Man Charged In Drug Dealing Case In Tewksbury, Police Say

TEWKSBURY, MA — A man was charged with drug distribution and trafficking in Tewksbury recently, police said.

Dahryun Prophete, 29, of Winchester, was charged with two counts of distribution of a class B drug (subsequent offense), possession with intent to distribute a class B drug (subsequent offense), trafficking in 18 grams or more of cocaine, and operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended license.

Police conducted an investigation in the area of Ames Hill Drive. They said they determined that Prophete was dealing drugs and arrested him Wednesday.

Police recovered over 23.1 grams of cocaine during the arrest.

Prophete is due to be arraigned in Lowell District Court on Thursday.