Lakeville and Acushnet men facing charges after one allegedly attempts to flee scene after alleged drug transaction

FAIRHAVEN— Lieutenant Kevin Kobza reports that the Fairhaven Police Department arrested two individuals on drug and assault charges on Monday afternoon. 

At approximately 12:30 p.m., Fairhaven detectives observed what they believed was a hand-to-hand drug transaction in the parking lot of the Seaport Resort & Marina on Middle Street in Fairhaven.

43-year-old Ryan Reynolds of Acushnet was in 40-year-old James Williams of Lakeville’s vehicle, a white Toyota Rav 4. When officers approached the subjects, Reynolds exited Williams’ vehicle and was apprehended by Fairhaven police. 

Williams allegedly attempted to flee from the scene in the vehicle, driving aggressively towards a detective. Williams proceeded to speed into the rear section of the Middle Street parking lot where he was subsequently apprehended. 

Detectives seized over 28 grams of cocaine, more than 15 grams of fentanyl and over $900 in cash.

Williams was arrested and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License.

Reynolds was arrested and charged with Trafficking Cocaine, Trafficking Fentanyl, and Distribution of a Class A Substance (Fentanyl).

Reynolds and Williams were arraigned in New Bedford District court Tuesday morning.