Bergen County Narcotics Takedown: $4 Million Illegal Drug Ring Dismantled
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Bergenfield NJ, A months-long investigation into a sophisticated drug manufacturing and distribution network has culminated in the arrest of five individuals and the seizure of over $4 million in illicit narcotics. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the major bust on May 14, 2026, highlighting a coordinated effort between local, county, and federal authorities.
The Investigation: A Multi-Agency Effort
Beginning in September 2025, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotic Task Force, the Maywood Police Department, and the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) tracked a large-scale illegal scheme. The investigation revealed that suspects were operating across multiple high-traffic locations in Northern New Jersey, including:
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Bergenfield: Broad Street and Ralph Street
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Englewood: Lake Street
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Lodi: Lawrence Avenue
The Raid: $4 Million in Pills and MDMA Seized
On Thursday, May 7, 2026, law enforcement executed coordinated search warrants at several Bergen County properties. The results were staggering. Detectives uncovered a massive “pill press” operation and seized a wide array of dangerous substances:
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291 Kilograms of fraudulent pressed pills
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9 Kilograms of Ketamine
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3 Kilograms of MDMA
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Significant quantities of Marijuana and Tapentadol
The estimated street value of the haul exceeds $4 million, marking one of the most significant drug seizures in recent county history.
Five Defendants Charged
Five men have been charged in connection with the facility and distribution scheme:
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Thomas A. Crisafulli (27) of Bergenfield, NJ
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Ethan Lara (25) of Lodi, NJ
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Michael Morales (25) of Bergenfield, NJ
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Jayshawn Eyamazememba (22) of Bronx, NY
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Naudy Oviedo (21) of Bronx, NY
All five defendants face serious first-degree charges, including Operating a Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) Facility and Possession with Intent to Distribute. Following their initial appearance in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack, they were released pending further legal action.
Protecting Our Communities
Prosecutor Musella extended gratitude to the Maywood Police Department, the USPIS, and several local departments—including Bergenfield, Englewood, and Lodi—for their critical roles in the takedown. This operation significantly disrupts the flow of dangerous, illegally manufactured pills within our neighborhoods.
Note: All charges are accusations, and defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
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