Three people are facing drug charges after police in Lawrence say a 13-year-old child was buying marijuana-laced edibles.

Police said Ranzel Ramos, 20, Santos Santiago, 47, and Adnellys Ramos, 36, all of Lawrence were arrested last week. They all face charges of drug possession and drug distribution.

In February, detectives were told by the parent that her 13-year-old child was buying marijuana-laced edibles from an unknown adult female.

“This female and the child would set up these deals via social media,” police said. “This adult female would then meet up and deliver these edibles to the child, either near her school or near to the child’s home.”

The edibles came in the form of candies, fruity-type cereals, rice crispy treats, chocolates and muffins.

An undercover officer contacted the seller and bought some of the items, police said.

Police dismantled the drug operation March 14 and seized edibles, marijuana and $1,280 in cash.

Authorities said the suspects had no regard for public safety and enticed children into buying the drugs by selling the candies and other treats laced with marijuana.

“I credit the detectives and our narcotics unit for acting swiftly and taking down a dangerous drug organization targeting our children”. Police Chief Roy Vasque said.