New Bedford Police Department charge man, woman with multiple narcotic offenses

“On Tuesday, Sept. 27, detectives were conducting surveillance in the area of Eighth Street when they observed a drug transaction.

They arrested Jessica Tavares, 42, of 55 Austin Street, and found 2.9 grams of Fentanyl and 1.3 grams of cocaine on her. She was charged with possession of a class A drug, possession of a class B drug, and conspiracy to violate the drug law.

Detectives then arrested Derek Maki, 44, of 110 Eighth Street #3, who was found with $150 that was seized as a result of drug proceeds and a plastic bag containing a tab of Adderall. He was charged with distributing a class A drug, distributing a class B drug, possession of a class B drug, and conspiracy to violate the drug law.” -New Bedford Police Department.