Mays Landing Man Sentenced for Running Drug Facility With Sons

Thomas Collet received 10 years in prison for operating a meth lab with his two sons.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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A 55-year-old Mays Landing, New Jersey man named Thomas Collet was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Monday for running a drug production facility with his two sons. Authorities found over 12 ounces of methamphetamine as well as other drugs and drug distribution equipment when they raided the facility.

Why it matters

The case highlights the ongoing challenge of combating the opioid crisis and drug trafficking, especially when it involves family members working together. Mays Landing has seen an increase in drug-related crimes in recent years, putting pressure on local law enforcement to crack down on these types of operations.

The details

According to reports, the Atlantic County SWAT team executed a search warrant at Collet's home and found over 12 ounces of methamphetamine, along with other drugs and items related to drug distribution. Collet was charged and convicted of operating a drug production facility with the involvement of his two sons.

  • On February 10, 2026, the Atlantic County SWAT team raided Collet's home.
  • On February 11, 2026, Collet was sentenced to 10 years in prison.

The players

Thomas Collet

A 55-year-old man from Mays Landing, New Jersey who was convicted of running a drug production facility with his two sons.

Atlantic County SWAT Team

The law enforcement team that executed the search warrant and raid on Collet's home, leading to his arrest and conviction.

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The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement and the community to combat drug trafficking, even when it involves family members working together.