Cleveland Man Wanted for Trafficking Large Quantities of Meth and Cocaine
This week, Cuyahoga’s Most Wanted highlights Johnny Burrell, a Cleveland man sought for trafficking significant quantities of meth and cocaine. According to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County, Burrell is wanted in connection with four cases involving drugs and weapons within the county.
In the most recent case, he was found with large amounts of drugs and several firearms, raising concerns about his dangerousness. Burrell is classified as a major drug offender and is considered armed and dangerous.
The Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department has outlined an extensive list of charges against him, including:
- Trafficking offenses (firearms specification): 5 counts (some with major drug offender specification)
- Drug possession (firearm specification): 2 counts (major drug offender): 4 counts
- Illegal manufacture/cultivation of marijuana
- Having weapons while under disability: 3 counts
- Possessing criminal tools: 3 counts
- Carrying concealed weapons
- Improperly handling firearms in a motor vehicle
Burrell stands 5’11” and weighs approximately 160 lbs. His last known address was in the 3900 block of Longwood in Cleveland, though he is also known to frequent the 3000 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in the city.
Authorities urge anyone with information on Burrell’s whereabouts to contact Crime Stoppers at 216-252-7463. Tips that lead to an arrest and conviction may qualify for a reward of up to $5,000.
Calls to Crime Stoppers are not recorded, and tipsters can remain anonymous.
