BOSTON, MA – A suspect linked to an armed robbery report was arrested in Dorchester on Wednesday afternoon. Officers responded to a report of a robbery at 262 E 8th Street around 3:19 PM.
A potential suspect was seen entering a bodega with a bandana over his face. Officers arrived and saw the man walking outside of the store and approached him.
The individual fled, prompting a foot pursuit. Despite multiple orders to halt, the suspect continued to run.
The suspect entered a backyard on Knowlton Street before the officer caught up to him and placed him in handcuffs.
A subsequent investigation revealed that the suspect had outstanding warrants for armed robbery, assault and battery, and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.
Further warrants related to drug trafficking were also discovered.
During the arrest, officers found 68 grams of fentanyl, 29 grams of crystal meth, and five grams of crack cocaine.
Officers also recovered a scale with white powder residue and $1,124 in cash.
Dempsey Allen, 28, of Milford, faces multiple charges, including trafficking of fentanyl and methamphetamine.
He is expected to appear in South Boston District Court for the arraignment.
