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New Bedford man arrested on gun, drug charges

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WPRI) — A New Bedford man was arrested Tuesday after detectives witnessed a suspected drug deal at the corner of Acushnet Avenue and Deane Street.

 

Jacob Matthew-Almeida, 26, was taken into custody after being found with crack cocaine, a digital scale, a black fanny pack with a gun inside and $197 cash, police said.

 

Matthew-Almeida faces numerous charges, including possession of a large-capacity firearm and ammunition without a license, distribution of crack cocaine and conspiracy to violate the controlled substance laws.

 

See more at wpri.com.

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