Police arrest two on narcotics charges

Jan 15, 2019

Two New Bedford residents were arrested on January 15 by Dartmouth Police following an investigation. Jamen Green, 23, and Desiree Lee Prior, 33, were arrested on narcotics charges. Detectives also seized approximately 13 grams of crack cocaine, which was packaged for distribution, as well as $1,757 dollars in cash. The cocaine is estimated to have a street value of $1,300.

Both Green and Prior were charged with possession with intent to distribute a class B substance, as well as conspiracy to violate drug laws. Prior was also charged with being a disqualified person in possession of defense spray.

The detectives received assistance from the Bristol County Sheriff’s Department Warrant Apprehension Unit.