9 arrested in Pittsfield drug investigation, more charges possible

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WNYT)- Pittsfield authorities say a drug trafficking investigation led to arrests and the seizure of guns, cocaine and heroin. The investigation started in June, according to Berkshire County District Attorney Timothy Shugrue. After what he described as a lengthy investigation into drug activity, authorities carried out search warrants that led to the recovery of guns and drugs and the arrest of nine people on gun or drug charges. Shugrue said the community had an upsetting 2026 summer and said even one incident of gun violence is too much. We will continue to fight against guns and drugs, Shugrue said. He also said he was proud of local law enforcement and the work they do to make these investigations successful. In an Oct. 15 operation, authorities seized 542 grams of cocaine with a street value of up to $54,160 and 83 grams of heroin with a street value of up to $20,965. They also seized a 9 mm handgun with nine rounds, a Glock 19, a .45-caliber semi-au