Two Arrested in Crystal River SWAT Raid Involving Fentanyl and Meth

Citrus County deputies seized trafficking-level quantities of drugs during the search warrant execution.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

Last Thursday, a SWAT-backed raid on a home in Crystal River, Florida resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of 31.4 grams of fentanyl and 29 grams of methamphetamine. The Citrus County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at the residence after repeated commands went unanswered, leading to the detention of Sylvester Alfonzo Ingram El Jr. and Danielle Kincaid. Both now face multiple drug-related charges.

Why it matters

The raid is part of an ongoing effort by law enforcement in Citrus County to crack down on the trafficking of deadly drugs like fentanyl and methamphetamine, which have been a growing problem in the region. The seized quantities meet the statutory definition of drug trafficking under Florida law, carrying mandatory minimum sentences if the suspects are convicted.

The details

Deputies with the Citrus County Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Unit, backed by the SWAT team, executed a search warrant at a home on W. Cherrywood Street in Crystal River. After repeatedly commanding the occupants to exit and receiving no response, they forced entry into the residence. Inside, they detained Sylvester Alfonzo Ingram El Jr. and Danielle Kincaid without further incident. A search of the home uncovered approximately 31.4 grams of fentanyl, 29 grams of methamphetamine, assorted pills, and a digital scale coated in fentanyl residue.

  • The SWAT-backed raid took place on February 26, 2026.
  • Deputies first blasted loud commands over a PA system before breaching the residence.

The players

Sylvester Alfonzo Ingram El Jr.

A 52-year-old individual who was detained during the raid and now faces drug trafficking charges.

Danielle Kincaid

A 39-year-old individual who was also detained during the raid and now faces drug trafficking charges.

Citrus County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that executed the search warrant and made the arrests.

Sheriff David Vincent

The sheriff of Citrus County who commented on the raid and the department's efforts to keep deadly drugs off the streets.

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What they’re saying

“Fentanyl and other deadly drugs have no place in our community, and we will continue taking action to keep them off our streets.”

— Sheriff David Vincent (Tampa Free Press)

What’s next

The case will now move forward as prosecutors review the evidence and decide on formal charges against Ingram El Jr. and Kincaid.

The takeaway

This raid highlights the ongoing battle against the trafficking of powerful and deadly drugs like fentanyl and methamphetamine in Citrus County, Florida. Law enforcement remains committed to disrupting these supply chains and keeping the community safe.