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The investigation identified a residence in Lakewood as being used by Shamar Kerr to store and distribute heroin/fentanyl, and cocaine., according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer.
On June 8, detectives established surveillance on Kerr's residence as well as Kerr’s place of employment in Lakewood, Billhimer said.
Kerr allegedly was observed by detectives meeting with an individual later identified as Anthony Connors, 36, of South Toms River, outside of his place of employment; Kerr was then observed to be leaving his place of employment on foot. Lakewood police approached Kerr to place him under arrest, at which time Kerr fled on foot, the prosecutor said.
Kerr was ultimately apprehended and placed under arrest. Kerr was found to be in possession of 900 wax folds of heroin/fentanyl, Billhimer said.
Connors was detained and taken into custody. He was charged with multiple drug violations, Billhimer said. Connors was served with the charges via summons pending an upcoming first appearance in Ocean County Superior Court.
During a warranted search of Kerr's home, detectives seized approximately 40 grams of crack cocaine, a loaded 40 caliber handgun, and approximately $44,300 cash, Billhimer said.
Kerr was charged with multiple drug offenses, resisting arrest and assault on a law enforcement officer, he said.
Kerr was being held in the Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing.
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