Hartford PD Busts Accused Fentanyl Dealer At City Apartment Building

Police seized thousands of dollars and 1,900 'sleeves' of the addictive narcotic

Jan. 28, 2026 at 10:31am

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The Hartford Police Department announced the recent bust of an accused fentanyl dealer in Hartford, confiscating thousands of sleeves of the narcotic. Damian Rosa, 26, of Hartford, was charged with possession of narcotics, possession with intent to sell, and operating a drug factory after police executed a search warrant at a multi-family residence and seized a significant quantity of fentanyl, crack cocaine, and cash.

Why it matters

Fentanyl is an extremely potent and deadly opioid that has fueled the ongoing overdose crisis in many communities. This bust highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to disrupt drug distribution networks and address the public health and safety issues caused by the proliferation of fentanyl and other illicit narcotics.

The details

According to the Hartford Police Department, officers executed a search and seizure warrant at 229 New Britain Ave., a multi-family residence, following an investigation into illegal narcotics activity. During the search, detectives seized 1,900 sleeves of fentanyl, 3 grams of unpackaged fentanyl, 2 grams of crack cocaine, and $1,078 in U.S. currency. Damian Rosa, 26, of Hartford, was arrested and charged with possession of narcotics, possession with intent to sell, and operating a drug factory.

  • On January 23, 2026, the Hartford Police Department Vice and Narcotics Unit executed the search warrant.

The players

Damian Rosa

A 26-year-old Hartford resident who was arrested and charged with possession of narcotics, possession with intent to sell, and operating a drug factory.

Hartford Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and executed the search warrant, seizing a significant quantity of fentanyl, crack cocaine, and cash.

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What they’re saying

“Their continued efforts play a critical role in disrupting drug distribution networks and improving quality of life in Hartford neighborhoods.”

— Hartford Police Department

What’s next

The case against Damian Rosa is ongoing, and he will face prosecution for the charges related to the drug bust.

The takeaway

This operation highlights the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis, with law enforcement working to target drug dealers and disrupt the supply of deadly narcotics like fentanyl that are devastating communities. However, broader public health and harm reduction approaches are also needed to comprehensively address the overdose epidemic.