FALL RIVER, MA — A 43-year-old man faces multiple drug trafficking charges after police discovered large quantities of suspected narcotics during a traffic stop.
C.A.S.T. detectives conducted a motor vehicle stop at approximately 11:55 p.m. on March 31, 2026, after observing multiple traffic violations in the Corky Row neighborhood extending onto Plymouth Avenue.
During the stop, detectives observed furtive movements from a rear passenger, Joshua Mazzilli, of Fall River.
Due to safety concerns, Mazzilli was removed from the vehicle.
A subsequent search of the area within his immediate reach resulted in the discovery of a magnetic box containing large quantities of suspected narcotics.
Seized substances included approximately 115 grams of fentanyl, 115 grams of cocaine, 26 grams of methamphetamine pills, and smaller amounts of ketamine, Suboxone films, and prescription pills.
Mazzilli was placed under arrest and charged with trafficking heroin/opium/morphine (100 grams or more), trafficking cocaine (100 grams or more), trafficking methamphetamine (18 grams or more), possession of a Class A drug (subsequent offense), possession of a Class E drug (subsequent offense), and possession of a Class B drug.
