Waterbury Cops Crack Down on Drug and Gun Activity

On October 3, 2024, the Waterbury Police Department teamed up with the Connecticut State Police to tackle some serious narcotics issues in the city. They were out on the streets, investigating drug-related activities when they noticed something.

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Officers spotted two vehicles that grabbed their interest: a BMW X3 and a sleek 2020 Mercedes AMG GT. They pulled both cars over near 1387 Watertown Avenue, and that’s where things escalated.

The driver of the BMW, 31-year-old Demetrius Hunter from Waterbury, didn’t have the best luck. He had active warrants out for his arrest and, to make matters worse, officers found a stash of heroin and fentanyl in his ride. Hunter isn’t a stranger to trouble; his criminal record includes past offenses related to narcotics, firearms, assaults, and even multiple robbery convictions.

Then there was Malik Pete, the 27-year-old behind the wheel of the Mercedes. Like Hunter, Pete also has a checkered past, with felony drug convictions and currently being on parole. When cops searched his car, they found not just more heroin and fentanyl, but also cocaine and a loaded 9mm Glock 17. This weapon wasn’t just any gun—it had a fully automatic switch and a high-capacity magazine, making it particularly dangerous.

Here’s a quick breakdown of what was seized during the operation according to a Waterbury PD press release:

• 216 bags of heroin/fentanyl
• 32.4 grams of raw heroin
• 13 grams of cocaine
• 35 controlled substance pills
• 1 loaded 9mm Glock 17 with a fully automatic switch and high-capacity magazine

Demetrious Hunter 

Hunter is facing serious counts including possession of narcotics with the intent to sell and several motor vehicle offenses.

Malik Pete

Pete isn’t getting off easy either; he’s charged with possession with intent to sell, along with several firearm-related charges and more.

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Both men are now being held on bond by the Connecticut Department of Corrections. The Waterbury Police Department is doubling down on their efforts to combat drug distribution and violent crime, proving they’re committed to making the city a safer place for everyone.