Baltimore, MD – A Baltimore City man is facing felony narcotics and firearms charges after investigators linked him to an alleged road rage case earlier this month, according to Maryland State Police.
The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Malik Jamil Pleasant, was arrested on September 22 by the Maryland State Apprehension Team and U.S. Marshals’ Capital Region Fugitive Task Force. Authorities said Pleasant was wanted on a probation violation tied to a prior conspiracy-to-commit-assault conviction in a Baltimore City shooting case.
According to police, Pleasant’s arrest led to further investigation by the MSP Highway Gun Crimes Initiative. Detectives obtained search warrants for his home and vehicles, where they allegedly found over 850 suspected fentanyl pills, a handgun, a ballistic vest, a detailed drug ledger, and additional evidence. Pleasant is prohibited from possessing firearms, ammunition, or body armor.
On September 25, the District Court for Baltimore City issued new charges, including possession with intent to distribute narcotics, felony possession of a large amount of fentanyl, illegal firearms possession, and illegal possession of body armor. Pleasant is currently held without bail at the Baltimore Central Booking Intake Facility.
Police said this investigation is part of ongoing efforts to reduce gun violence on Maryland highways. Authorities continue to seek information connected to this case and other violent crimes, including the murders of Delonte Hicks, Charles Marks, and Nyah Hairston. Anyone with tips is urged to call 410-538-1887.
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