BOSTON — Boston Police Department’s Drug Control Units made significant drug busts in Dorchester on Monday afternoon, arresting two men on trafficking charges and seizing a substantial quantity of narcotics and ammunition.
At about 3:20 p.m., officers from Districts D-4 and E-5 arrested Eddie Watkins, 47, and Frederick Bourett, 55, following an ongoing drug investigation and execution of search warrants at a residence on 43 Claybourne Street.
The search led to the recovery of approximately 400 grams of Crack Cocaine, 33 grams of Fentanyl, 55 rounds of ammunition, and around $1,917 in cash.
In addition to the drugs and money, officers found multiple scales, drug cutting agents, and various drug packaging materials.
Watkins, a Boston resident, faces charges including Trafficking of Class A and Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B drugs.
He also had an outstanding warrant for Distribution of Class B substances.
Watkins is slated for arraignment in Boston Municipal Court.
Bourett, from Brighton, was charged with Trafficking of Class A and B drugs, as well as Unlawful Possession of Ammunition.
His arraignment will take place in Dorchester District Court.
The Boston Police Department continues to target drug trafficking in the city as part of its commitment to community safety and public health.
