ABERDEEN, Md. — A police search at an Aberdeen hotel led to the arrest of Darnell Mitchell, 40, and Riyad Carter, 21, after officers seized drugs, a firearm, and cash.
Investigation & Arrests
The Aberdeen Police Department conducted a targeted investigation into drug sales at a hotel on W. Bel Air Ave. Police served nine search warrants, leading to the discovery of illegal substances and a weapon.
Items Seized
Over 2 ounces of suspected crack cocaine
Fentanyl capsules
40 grams of marijuana
Taurus 9mm handgun
$6,849 in cash
Charges & Law Enforcement Statement
Mitchell faces felony drug charges
Carter faces felony drug and weapons charges
Aberdeen Police Chief Henry Trabert emphasized the department’s commitment to removing illegal drugs and firearms from the community, stating:
“Our Special Operations Unit’s mission is to disrupt those who are conducting illegal drug sales and possessing illegal firearms in our community.”
Hotel management has stated they are working to remove individuals involved in criminal activity from the premises.
