Medford Police Arrest Drug Trafficker

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– Allison Goldsberry

A Boston man is facing drug charges following his apprehension and arrest by three local police departments.

According to a Medford Police press release, law enforcement caught up to Jurister Julio Guerrero, 36, of Jamaica Plain, on Thursday afternoon on Mystic Valley Parkway near Winthrop Street. Guerrero was pulled over while driving a seemingly unassuming Toyota Prius, which police later discovered was modified to hide drugs. The suspect’s arrest was the result of a two year, ongoing investigation, according to police.

Police searched Guerrero’s car at the police station. They say a specially created console concealed a “substantial amount” of drugs. The car’s center console was able to slide to the back of the car and served as a hiding spot. Police say “hides” like these are common among drug dealers and are used to conceal drugs, money, and weapons. Police seized over 30 grams of heroin and close to 180 grams of cocaine.

Guerrero is charged with trafficking of heroin and cocaine and driving with a suspended license.

Somerville Police detectives and Everett Police K9 assisted with the arrest.