Morro Bay Police Arrest SLO County Men for Alleged Fentanyl Sales

Authorities seized over 5 ounces of fentanyl and 0.15 grams of methamphetamine from the suspects' vehicle.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Morro Bay police officers conducted a traffic stop on a 2002 Dodge Dakota and found the driver, Carmelo Colaccino of Paso Robles, and the passenger, Lucas Isaac Hay of San Luis Obispo, in possession of fentanyl, methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and evidence of drug sales. Both men were arrested and booked into San Luis Obispo County Jail.

Why it matters

Fentanyl is an extremely potent and deadly opioid that has contributed to a nationwide overdose crisis. The arrests of these alleged drug dealers in Morro Bay highlight the ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to combat the spread of fentanyl and other illicit drugs in the community.

The details

During the traffic stop, officers found over 5 ounces of fentanyl and 0.15 grams of methamphetamine in the vehicle, along with drug paraphernalia and evidence of drug sales. Colaccino was charged with felony possession of a controlled substance for sales, felony transportation of a controlled substance, felony possession of narcotics with priors, possession of fentanyl, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of a concealed knife. Hay was charged with possession of narcotics with priors, possession of fentanyl, possession of drug paraphernalia, and aiding and abetting a felony crime.

  • The traffic stop occurred at noon on Friday, March 8, 2026.

The players

Carmelo Colaccino

A 32-year-old resident of Paso Robles who was the driver of the vehicle and was arrested for multiple drug-related charges.

Lucas Isaac Hay

A 29-year-old resident of San Luis Obispo who was the passenger in the vehicle and was arrested for drug-related charges, including possession of fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Morro Bay Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrests.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for Colaccino and Hay at their upcoming court hearings.

The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis, as law enforcement works to disrupt the supply of deadly drugs like fentanyl in local communities. The arrests highlight the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between police and the public to address this public health emergency.