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Two plead not guilty, held without bail on several drug charges, after Plymouth Police seize cocaine, fentanyl

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Two Massachusetts men are facing several charges after a recent drug arrest.

According to police, on Tuesday, Officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle idling on Thomas Avenue in Plymouth.

Upon arrival, officers identified the driver as Melik Harrison and passenger Tyre Wade. As officers approached, Melik made some suspicious movements and was ordered out of the vehicle, a small baggie containing what appeared to be cocaine was discovered on the ground. Additional officers arrived as multiple individuals exited a nearby residence, causing a disturbance. Officers maintained control of the scene, and further investigation revealed suspected narcotics in both the vehicle and in the possession of the suspects.

A search of the rear prisoner compartment where Melik was detained uncovered multiple bags of crack cocaine and Fentanyl. Tyre was also found in possession of individually packaged baggies of crack cocaine and Fentanyl following a K9 search.

In total, officers seized over 24.5 grams of cocaine and 13.2 grams of Fentanyl, along with a digital scale and multiple cell phones, which were consistent with narcotics distribution. Both suspects were arrested and charged with:

Drug, Possess Class B, Subsequent Offense

Drug, Possess to Distribute. Class B Subsequent Offense.

Drug, Possess Class A, Subsequent Offense

Fentanyl Trafficking in more than 10 Grams

Drug, Possess to Distribute. Class A Subsequent Offense

At their arraignment, Wade and Harrison pled not guilty and were held without bail pending the result of a dangerousness hearing.

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