BRATTLEBORO, VT (MyKeeneNow) A coordinated law enforcement operation targeting suspected drug activity at a South Main Street home resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of significant quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, and firearms, according to the Vermont State Police.

Authorities executed a search warrant April 14 at 296 South Main St. following what officials described as a lengthy investigation into the distribution of fentanyl and cocaine from the residence. The operation brought together several agencies, including the Vermont Drug Task Force, specialized state police units, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Brattleboro Police Department.

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Investigators reported finding more than 100 grams of fentanyl, smaller amounts of cocaine base, and multiple firearms inside the home. Among the weapons recovered were a rifle and two handguns, one of which had been reported stolen from Connecticut. Ammunition was also discovered throughout the property.

Six individuals were taken into custody or cited in connection with the raid.

Mekhi Neal-Lurry, 19, and Jesus Cirino, 20, both of Hartford, Connecticut, face multiple felony charges tied to fentanyl trafficking and possession. Neal-Lurry is additionally accused of transporting fentanyl into Vermont and possessing a firearm during the commission of a felony. Both men were ordered held on $50,000 bail and were scheduled to appear in Windham Superior Court on April 15.

Jessica Spinella, 42, of Brattleboro, was arrested on an outstanding warrant related to prior allegations of cocaine and fentanyl sales, as well as conspiracy. She was ordered held without bail.

Three other Brattleboro residents — Travis Caviola, 42; Daniel Lange, 51; and Brian Brownell, 43 — were issued citations on various drug-related charges, including possession and alleged sale of cocaine and fentanyl. They are expected to appear in court at a later date.

Officials said the case will be prosecuted by the Windham County State’s Attorney’s Office. Anyone with information related to the investigation is encouraged to contact Vermont State Police.

Local authorities also noted that any concerns about the safety or habitability of the South Main Street property should be directed to the Brattleboro Police Department and town health officials.