NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WPRI) — A New Bedford man was arrested Tuesday after detectives witnessed a suspected drug deal at the corner of Acushnet Avenue and Deane Street.

Jacob Matthew-Almeida, 26, was taken into custody after being found with crack cocaine, a digital scale, a black fanny pack with a gun inside and $197 cash, police said.

Matthew-Almeida faces numerous charges, including possession of a large-capacity firearm and ammunition without a license, distribution of crack cocaine and conspiracy to violate the controlled substance laws.

Police noted that Matthew-Almeida has prior convictions for assault and battery, resisting arrest and malicious destruction of property. He also had six open cases in New Bedford District Court at the time of his arrest.

The buyer, Tatiana Irizarry, 31, was also charged with possession of crack cocaine and conspiracy.

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