NEW JERSEY — A monthslong drug investigation in Bergen County has resulted in the arrest of five people accused of operating a large-scale narcotics manufacturing and distribution network, authorities announced this week.
Investigators identified the suspects as Thomas A. Crisafulli, Jayshawn Eyamazememba, Ethan Lara, Michael Morales and Naudy Oviedo.
According to prosecutors, the alleged operation extended across multiple locations in Bergenfield, Englewood and Lodi, where authorities say the suspects manufactured and distributed illegal drugs including MDMA, ketamine, marijuana and counterfeit pills.
The investigation began in September 2025 and involved the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Task Force, the United States Postal Inspection Service and the Maywood Police Department.
On May 7, investigators executed search warrants at several properties throughout Bergen County. During the searches, authorities reportedly seized approximately 3 kilograms of MDMA, 9 kilograms of ketamine and 291 kilograms of counterfeit pressed pills.
Officials estimate the street value of the seized narcotics exceeds $4 million.
All five defendants face multiple drug-related charges, including operating a drug production facility and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances.
