Man Accused of Distributing Crack Cocaine in Worcester, Buyer Also Charged

WORCESTER, MA — Two people in Worcester are facing charges after a suspected drug transaction on Wednesday.

Police said officers observed a suspected drug transaction on Chandler Street around 1:15 p.m. The buyer was charged with possession of a Class B substance (crack cocaine), according to police.

Then, officers were able to locate 40-year-old German Echevarria still in the area. A search revealed a plastic container on his person holding six hard, rock-like substances.

Echevarria was charged with distribution of a Class B substance and possession with intent to distribute.

Police did not share the identity of the person who was accused of buying the drugs.

Worcester police continue to investigate the incident and ask anyone with information to contact the department.

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