THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025 Page 5 Winthrop Police charge man with trafficking cocaine and fentanyl and multiple firearms violations P roactive patrolling led the Winthrop Police Department to arrest and charge a West Bridgewater man with traffi cking both cocaine and fentanyl and multiple firearms violations. Dwayne Richardson, 41, of West Bridgewater, was arrested and charged with the following: Traffi cking Cocaine (Over 200 Grams); Traffi cking Fentanyl (Over 10 Grams); Possession with Intent to Distribute a Class B Substance (Subsequent Offense); Possession with Intent to Distribute a Class B Substance (Subsequent Offense); Possession with Intent to Distribute a Class C Substance; Possession of a Firearm During a Felony; Carrying a Firearm Without a License (Fourth Off ense); Firearm Violation with Three Prior Violent/Drug Crimes; Carrying a Loaded Firearm Without a License Warrant. Richardson was arraigned on Friday in Boston Municipal Court. On Wednesday, Dec. 10, Winthrop Police Offi cers were notifi ed by dispatch that an individual identifi ed as Richardson was wanted on an arrest warrant in connection with a felony assault in Everett, potentially armed, and possibly located in the Winthrop area. Dispatchers reported that Richardson might be driving a white 2018 BMW X1. On Thursday, Dec. 11, at approximately 5:36 p.m., Offi - cer Christopher Castro-Garcia was on patrol in the area of Crest Avenue when he spotted a white 2018 BMW X1, and the driver matched Richardson’s description. Since Richardson was potentially armed, Offi cer Castro-Garcia requested backup and conducted a felony motor vehicle stop in the area of Revere Street, detaining the suspect at gunpoint. Richardson was taken into custody without further incident on an arrest warrant obtained by Everett Police. Reportedly, police found over $5,000 in cash on Richardson, and a subsequent search of his vehicle located a loaded.45 caliber handgun, ammunition, approximately 688 grams of cocaine, approximately 29 grams of fentanyl, multiple tablets of Xanax, Adderall and Oxycodone, and other drug paraphernalia. “I want to praise the awareness and professionalism of Officer Castro-Garcia,” said Winthrop Police Chief John Goodwin. “His proactive patrolling led to a dangerous individual being taken into custody, and to police removing a fi rearm and a large amount of drugs from the streets.” These are allegations. All defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 Reportedly, a handgun, ammunition, over $5,000 in cash, approximately 688 grams of cocaine, 29 grams of fentanyl, and other drug paraphernalia were seized when Winthrop Police arrested a West Bridgwater man. (Photo Courtesy Winthrop Police Department) Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available
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