On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, officers assigned to the Drug Control Units of District A-7 (East Boston), District A-1 (Downtown) and E-18 (Hyde Park) arrested Julian Moguil Abril, 33, of East Boston, and Juan Moguil Abril, 30, of East Boston, on multiple drug related charges.
Officers conducted a drug investigation related to multiple community complaints of illegal drug activity in the area of Maverick Square. Search warrants were obtained and executed at 60 Lubec Street, East Boston.
The target of the investigation was seen standing outside of the location and was quickly taken into custody. Officers knocked and announced their presence, and executed the search warrant. Officers located and recovered approximately ½ kilo of Cocaine, a few pounds of marijuana, large quantities of psychedelic mushrooms, LSD tab sheets, Ketamine, and MDMA. Officers also seized approximately $12,000 in U.S. currency.
After further investigation, it was determined that the location was within 1,000 feet of a school, and school was in session at that time. Additional charges were filed against both suspects.
Both suspects were placed under arrest and are expected to be arraigned in East Boston District Court for the following charges:
Julian Moguil Abril:
– Trafficking of Cocaine over 200 grams
– Possession with Intent to Distribute Class A
– Two Counts of Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B
– Possession with Intent to Distribute Class C
– Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D
– Drug Violation Near a School/Park
Juan Moguil Abril:
– Trafficking of Cocaine over 200 grams
– Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B
– Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D
– Drug Violation Near a School/Park