Washington County Seizes Nearly 11 Pounds of Meth, Two Guns in Major Bust

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A significant drug bust in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota has led to the arrest of a local 62-year-old man and the seizure of nearly 11 pounds of methamphetamine and two firearms. The Washington County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant and discovered the drugs and guns hidden in the suspect's residence.

Why it matters

This bust represents a major victory for law enforcement in disrupting the flow of dangerous narcotics into local communities. The seizure of a large quantity of meth and firearms highlights the ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic and related criminal activity in the region.

The details

During the search warrant execution on February 3rd, investigators found nearly 11 pounds of methamphetamine stashed in various locations in a downstairs bedroom. Additional meth and two firearms, including a Sig Sauer P365 9mm handgun and a Sig Sauer P232 380 Kurz handgun, were hidden behind a basement couch. The suspect, Danny Gene Zaccardi, was arrested and charged with first-degree sale and possession of a controlled substance.

• The search warrant was executed on February 3, 2026.
• Zaccardi was arrested following the search warrant.

What’s next

Zaccardi will remain in custody as the case proceeds through the criminal justice system.