Crime & Safety
Devon Man's Condo Used In Drug-Trafficking Operation That Led To 10 Arrests: DA
The group trafficked drugs from homes and storage units in Montco, plus a home in Devon, authorities said.
DEVON, PA — A drug-trafficking organization used a Devon man's condo to store and package cocaine and marijuana, authorities said.
Zakery Wilson, 40, of Devon, was 1 of 10 people arrested for his alleged role in a group that dealt drugs in Montgomery County and the surrounding areas.
The criminal enterprise trafficked drugs from homes and storage units in Montco, plus Wilson's home in Devon, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office.
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During the investigation, authorities executed a search warrant Aug. 5 at Wilson's condo on 164 Old Forge Crossing. Wilson was found lying in bed, and he was detained without incident, according to an affidavit of probable cause.
Authorities say they found marijuana, white residue believed to be cocaine, scales, inventory and pricing records, vacuum-sealing and labeling equipment, shipping materials and cocaine-related packaging.
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Detectives believe drugs were stored and prepared for distribution in Wilson's home.
Wilson was charged Aug. 6 with conspiracy, corrupt organizations, possession with intent to deliver controlled substances, and related offenses.
The Devon resident remains jailed in Montgomery County after failing to post $25,000 bail. He's set to return to court Sept. 21 for continuation of a preliminary hearing.
Wilson's listed attorney wasn't immediately available for comment.
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