Two Men Arrested, More Than 100 Grams Combined of Fentanyl and Crack Cocaine Seized Following an Investigation

Chief Terence M. Delehanty reports that the Winthrop Police Department arrested two men on drug charges, including one who is charged with trafficking Fentanyl and crack cocaine.

Nicholas Vaccaro, Age 26, OF Winthrop was arrested and charged with:

• Trafficking in a Class A Substance 36 to 100 grams (Fentanyl)

• Trafficking in a Class B Substance 36 to 100 grams (Crack Cocaine)

• Possession of a Dangerous Weapon

• Possession of a Class D Substance With Intent to Distribute (Marijuana)

Dylan Regan, Age 20, OF Winthrop was arrested and charged with Possession of a Class B Substance With Intent to Distribute.

Yesterday, an extensive Winthrop Police investigation into activity at a home on Grandview Avenue culminated in the execution of a search warrant at the home. As a result of the search, officers seized approximately 70 grams of Fentanyl, 50 grams of crack cocaine, packaging materials, cell phones, scales and other equipment and products consistent with those used to manufacture and sell narcotics. Officers also seized cash located inside the home.

“Crimes like the ones these individuals are accused of have a severe detrimental impact on the quality of life in our community,” Chief Delehanty said. “I’m proud of the work of the officers involved in investigating this case.”

Vaccaro and Regan were arraigned in East Boston District Court. Reganwas released on $1,000 bail and Vaccaro was held on $100,000 bail and was ordered to undergo GPS monitoring and home confinement if released on bail.