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Two Charged in Vermont Overdose Death
Alleged drug dealers face multiple charges, including selling drugs that resulted in a woman's death
Published on Feb. 4, 2026
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The Vermont State Police have arrested two suspects, Jonathan Luciano and Ailyah Santos, in connection with the December 2025 overdose death of a 24-year-old Williamstown woman. The investigation found that the drugs that caused the woman's death were provided by Luciano and Santos, who were subsequently charged with selling/dispensing a regulated drug with death resulting, as well as fentanyl and cocaine trafficking charges.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing opioid crisis in Vermont and the efforts by law enforcement to hold drug dealers accountable when their actions lead to fatal overdoses. It also raises questions about bail reform and whether repeat offenders should be released on bail, given the public safety concerns.
The details
According to the Vermont State Police, the investigation began after the December 12, 2025 overdose death of Katelyn Grant in Williamstown. Troopers from the Berlin Barracks executed a search warrant on the Barre residence of Luciano and Santos on February 4, 2026, where they found 259 bags of fentanyl, 52 grams of cocaine base, and a handgun. Luciano and Santos were arrested and charged with selling/dispensing a regulated drug with death resulting, as well as fentanyl and cocaine trafficking.
- On December 12, 2025, Katelyn Grant overdosed and died in Williamstown.
- On February 4, 2026, Vermont State Police executed a search warrant on the Barre residence of Luciano and Santos.
- On February 5, 2026, Luciano and Santos are scheduled to appear in Orange County Superior Court Criminal Division.
- On February 6, 2026, Luciano and Santos are scheduled to appear in Washington Superior Court Criminal Division.
The players
Jonathan Luciano
A 30-year-old resident of Barre, Vermont who was arrested and charged with selling/dispensing a regulated drug with death resulting, fentanyl trafficking, and cocaine trafficking.
Ailyah Santos
A 24-year-old resident of Barre, Vermont who was arrested and charged with selling/dispensing a regulated drug with death resulting, fentanyl trafficking, and cocaine trafficking.
Katelyn Grant
A 24-year-old woman from Williamstown, Vermont who died of an overdose on December 12, 2025.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
