Mattapoisett Police arrested Nicholas Carnazza of Marion after a one month drug investigation. During this investigation, undercover narcotic officers facilitated controlled purchases of 30 mg Oxycodone pills from Mr. Carnazza on several occasions. Carnazza was also observed on multiple occasions engaging in hand to hand drug transactions. These transactions were observed within the Tri-Town area and at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth.
Mattapoisett Police obtained three search warrants. These search warrants included Carnazza’s dorm at UMass Dartmouth, Carnazza’s person and Carnazza’s 2006 Toyota Avalon. On November 18, 2011, Mattapoisett Police attempted to stop Mr. Carnazza after surveillance teams observed him engage in several hand to hand drug transactions. Carnazza initially failed to stop for police on 195 East in Mattapoisett. The investigation revealed that Mr. Carnazza swallowed in excess of twenty 30 mg Oxycodone pills during the motor vehicle stop. Carnazza’s vehicle was subsequently seized and is currently in forfeiture by the Plymouth County District Attorney’s office as a result of the investigation. Nicholas Carnazza is charged with possession of a controlled substance, failure to stop for a police officer and marked lanes violations.
During this investigation, Mattapoisett Police worked closely with the Fairhaven Police, Dartmouth Police, Rochester Police and members of the Bristol County Sherriff’s Office South Coast Anti-Crime Task Force. This collaborative effort enabled the Mattapoisett Police to conduct a thorough investigation across jurisdictional boundaries. Working with the Task Force increases the resources available for such investigations. The intelligence gathered from the collaborative effort of multiple agencies is also an invaluable resource.
In the past four months, the Mattapoisett Police department has seen a substantial increase in narcotic violations. During this time period, multiple arrests have been made for narcotic violations. These violations include possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession with intent to distribute cocaine, and possession of class B controlled substance (opiates). These cases have led to the seizure of a motor vehicle, large sums of currency, drug paraphernalia and other items including cell phones commonly used for drug activity. In addition,
Mattapoisett Police Officers have also seen an increase in marijuana possession of less than one ounce. This has resulted in an increase of marijuana citations issued by patrol officers.
Mattapoisett Police currently has officers assigned to Narcotics Investigations. These officers are sworn Plymouth County Deputy sheriffs and Bristol County Deputy sheriffs. This allows Mattapoisett Police narcotic officers to conduct investigations throughout both Plymouth and Bristol County.
Any persons with information concerning drug activity can remain anonymous and is encouraged to contact the Mattapoisett Police Department at 508-758-4141, extension 209, or email at MattapoisettPolice@gmail.com.
Mattapoisett Police Press Release