One person arrested following large drug bust in Minnesota

MINNESOTA — A 38-year-old Winona man is facing multiple charges after authorities discovered a large quantity of drugs, firearms, and cash during a search of his residence on May 1, according to the Winona County Sheriff’s Office.

Justin John Dionysius was arrested following the execution of a search warrant at a home on the 600 block of E 2nd Street in Winona.

The operation, carried out at 11:04 a.m., was a joint effort involving the Winona County Sheriff’s Office, Winona Police Department, and the Southeastern Violent Crimes Task Force.

The investigation stemmed from suspected ongoing drug activity at the location.

During the search, law enforcement officers recovered:

• 6.68 pounds of methamphetamine
• 75.5 grams of cocaine
• 23 grams of amphetamine
• 47 Suboxone doses
• 176 fentanyl pills
• 9.5 grams of heroin
• 2.5 grams of psilocybin mushrooms
• 70 prescription pills
• 10 handguns and over 200 rounds of ammunition
• $148,286 in cash
• 2 ounces of gold
• Collectible coins and Rolex watches

Dionysius has been charged with first-, third-, and fifth-degree drug possession, as well as illegal possession of a dangerous weapon and ammunition. He is currently being held in the Winona County Jail as the investigation continues.