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Worcester market owner arrested for selling items illegally

  • Posted by Worcester News Sep 11 - Filed in News - #Worcester  #crime  #Worcester Police Department  #A&C Market  #Boylston Street  - 14,615 views


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    WORCESTER — The owner of a Worcester market was arrested Friday after police said a search of the business turned up synthetic marijuana, flavored tobacco products and alcohol being sold illegally.

    Members of the department's Neighborhood Response Team executed a search warrant at A&C Market, 6A Boylston Street, about 11 a.m. Friday following what police described as a lengthy investigation.

    Police said the investigation began in response to community concerns and complaints involving double parking and public drinking near the store.


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    During the search, officers found numerous boxes containing flavored tobacco products and vapes, as well as several containers of alcohol, according to police.

    Police also reported finding multiple bags containing K2, commonly known as synthetic marijuana, which authorities identified as a Class C controlled substance. Officers seized $3,144 in cash and a digital scale that police said was consistent with drug distribution.

    Police said the store does not have a liquor license or an exemption allowing it to sell flavored tobacco products.

    Julio Abreu, 60, was arrested and charged with distribution of a Class C substance, possession of a Class C substance with intent to distribute, illegal sale of alcohol without a liquor license and illegal sale of flavored tobacco, police said.

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