Allentown, Pa. – A large-scale multi-state drug investigation has led to the arrest of 22 people, including a sitting Lehigh County Commissioner, prosecutors announced Friday.
Commissioner Arrested and Released on Bail
District Attorney Gavin Holihan confirmed that Zachary Cole-Borghi, a Lehigh County Commissioner, was taken into custody as part of the sweeping investigation. Cole-Borghi was later released after posting $50,000 bail, authorities said.
Drugs Seized in Operation
Investigators recovered:
- Over 2,000 pounds of marijuana
- Large quantities of cocaine
- Hundreds of MDMA pills
Officials described the bust as one of the largest narcotics seizures in recent county history, with trafficking networks allegedly spanning across multiple states.
Ongoing Investigation
While 22 suspects have been arrested, officials say the probe remains active. Additional arrests and charges could follow as investigators continue to dismantle what prosecutors called a large-scale drug trafficking operation.
Public Trust Concerns
The arrest of an elected county commissioner has raised concerns among residents about public trust and accountability in local leadership. Prosecutors have not yet clarified Cole-Borghi’s specific alleged role in the case.
Conclusion
The arrests mark a major step in a multi-state crackdown on drug trafficking, with Lehigh County Commissioner Zachary Cole-Borghi now facing charges alongside 21 others.
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