Windsor, VT – Six individuals were arrested this week following a large-scale narcotics investigation that uncovered fentanyl, crack cocaine, and methamphetamine inside a Windsor residence, according to the Windsor County Sheriff’s Department.
Deputies, assisted by Springfield and Windsor Police, executed a search warrant on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at a home on Route 5 South. Sheriff Ryan Palmer said officers located evidence of drug trafficking, including fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, and a firearm with ammunition. Scales, cutting agents, and packaging materials were also recovered.
According to authorities, the Vermont State Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Response Team was called to the scene after a significant amount of suspected fentanyl-laced materials was found, posing a potential danger to first responders.
Those arrested include James R. Morse, 60; Aria Garamella, 50; Sarah K. Barbour, 38; Kevin Esty, 41; John K. Murray, 51; Timothy Murray, 49; and Jonah R. Meadows, 50, all of Windsor. Each faces multiple charges, including conspiracy to traffic fentanyl, possession of cocaine and methamphetamine, and firearm violations.
The Windsor County Sheriff’s Department stated the case remains under investigation and that suspects are scheduled to appear in court on January 13, 2026.
Authorities thanked the Vermont State HAZMAT Response Team and the Springfield Police and Fire Departments for their assistance in the operation.
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