Two Wanted After Traffic Stop Uncovers Drugs, Cash, Counterfeit Bills

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HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA — Lower Moreland Township Police are seeking two men after a January traffic stop allegedly uncovered controlled substances, large amounts of cash, and counterfeit currency along Philmont Avenue.

According to police, officers conducted a traffic stop January 14, 2026, in the 2800 block of Philmont Avenue involving a white Chevrolet Tahoe. The vehicle was operated by Eli Prince, 34, who police allege was driving with a suspended license related to prior DUI offenses. The front-seat passenger was identified as Tymir Patrick, 23.

During the stop, officers allege Prince was found in possession of 20 small yellow packages of Suboxone, a Schedule III controlled substance, without a prescription, along with a large amount of U.S. currency. Police further allege that Patrick was also in possession of narcotics and currency.

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Authorities state that additional investigation resulted in the recovery of further evidence, including drugs, drug paraphernalia, and counterfeit currency.

Criminal warrants were issued January 28, 2026, by the Honorable Thomas P. Murt under separate docket numbers for each individual. Both warrants remain active.

Patrick, described by police as a 23-year-old Black male, 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing approximately 135 pounds, is charged with manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance; intentional possession of a controlled substance by a person not registered; possession of a small amount of marijuana; and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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Prince, described as a 34-year-old Black male, 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing approximately 300 pounds, faces charges including manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance; intentional possession of a controlled substance; possession of a small amount of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; driving with no rear lights; improper screening; and driving while operating privileges are suspended or revoked.

Police have listed the case as a criminal drug and narcotics violation under reference ID 2026-00715.

The charges against both men are allegations. As with all criminal proceedings, each defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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