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On Thursday, March 5th, members of the New Bedford Police Narcotics Unit concluded an investigation into a Fentanyl delivery service being operated out of 56 Durfee Street in New Bedford.
The investigation resulted in the arrest of 38-year old Rodney Coleman of 56 Durfee Street in New Bedford. The Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at Coleman’s residence, which resulted in the discovery of approximately 39 grams of Methamphetamine, over 9 grams of Fentanyl, 3 Suboxone strips, and $132 in U.S. currency.
Coleman was charged with trafficking Methamphetamine in excess of 36 grams, distribution of class A, and possession of class B. Fentanyl is responsible for 93% of all overdose deaths in Massachusetts.
Coleman is due to be arraigned on Friday, March 6th, 2020 in Third District Court.
The lead investigator was Detective Timothy Soares.
