Man Arrested for Drug Dealing, Marking His 30th Arrest in Less Than 20 Years

A 51-year-old Buffalo man, Morrell Buster, was arrested on Sunday, June 30th for drug dealing, making it his 30th arrest since 2005, according to the Buffalo Police Department. The arrest took place around 12:20 p.m. in front of a business on Hampshire Street.

During the arrest, police recovered a significant amount of illegal substances and drug paraphernalia. Authorities found 100 bags of suspected heroin, approximately two grams of suspected crack cocaine, small amounts of suspected powder cocaine, and various drug paraphernalia.

As a result of the arrest, Buster is facing multiple charges, including fifth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, fourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, and second-degree criminal use of drug paraphernalia.

This recent arrest adds to Buster's extensive criminal record, which includes a total of 30 arrests in less than 20 years. Additionally, the Buffalo Police Department revealed that Buster has three prior felony convictions.

Buster is currently in custody and is expected to appear in court in the coming days. If convicted, he could face severe penalties, including imprisonment and fines.