HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — A 43-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after a months-long investigation led Hollywood police detectives to seize large quantities of narcotics and more than $60,000 in cash, police said.

According to the Hollywood Police Department, detectives spent several months investigating suspected drug activity at a home in the 1900 block of Adams Street.

On Wednesday, detectives and SWAT Team members executed a search at the home and arrested suspected drug dealer Amos Curtis Knight.

During the search, investigators said they recovered trafficking amounts of several illegal drugs, including:

391.3 grams of cocaine
13.6 grams of MDMA
14.5 grams of amphetamine
6.9 grams of oxycodone
45.4 grams of alprazolam
Approximately 7.5 pounds of cannabis

Detectives said they also seized more than $60,000 in cash from the home.

Knight was arrested on charges of trafficking cocaine, MDMA and amphetamines, as well as possession with intent to distribute oxycodone, alprazolam and cannabis.

In a statement, the Hollywood Police Department said the case demonstrates the Street Crimes Unit’s continued efforts to combat drug trafficking in the city.

“This investigation highlights our Street Crimes Unit’s commitment to keeping Hollywood safe,” the department said in statement. “Their dedication continues to make a measurable impact by protecting our community from dangerous narcotics and the violence associated with drug trafficking.”

As of Friday morning, Knight was being held at the Broward County Main Jail.

Alleged drug dealer arrested in Hollywood, more than $60K in cash seized, police say

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