by Timothy Page
On Tuesday, June 18, the Vermont State Police, in collaboration with the Vermont Drug Task Force, took action on a search warrant at 37 Reed St. in Springfiel, resulting in several drug-related arrests.
The operation was the culmination of a months-long investigation into the distribution of fentanyl and cocaine from the residence. Detectives utilized confidential informants who made multiple drug purchases from individuals at the address. The investigation identified Michael Spaulding, Jesse Morey, Douglas Marsh, Joshua Garcia, and Gianni Gamble as key suspects.
During the search, authorities discovered significant evidence of drug use and distribution, including over 10,000 bags of fentanyl (approximately 223 grams), more than 9 ounces of cocaine base (approximately 260 grams), and approximately 52 grams of crack cocaine. Two handguns, one reported stolen from New Hampshire, and additional ammunition were also recovered from a downstairs living area identified as belonging to Garcia and Gamble.
The suspects face various charges: Garcia and Gamble are charged with fentanyl and cocaine trafficking and possession of stolen property, with Gamble also facing a charge of being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm. Marsh, who had active arrest warrants for unrelated offenses, including possession of heroin and stolen property, faces charges related to the sale of cocaine. Spaulding and Morey are charged with drug sales.
Following their arrests, the suspects were processed at the Westminster State Police Barracks and subsequently jailed at the Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield. Bail amounts were set as follows: Gamble at $50,000, Garcia at $25,000, Morey at $25,000, Marsh at $15,000, and Spaulding at $5,000. They are scheduled to appear in the Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court in White River Junction at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19.
The Windsor County State’s Attorney’s Office is prosecuting the case. Authorities urge anyone with information about the investigation to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-722-4600.