ALAMOSA — Two search warrants and a traffic stop by the Alamosa Police Department in less than 48 hours led to a disturbing discovery related to ongoing illegal drug activity within the city.

On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, officers executed a search warrant at 1223 Railroad Avenue, where they discovered thousands of M30 fentanyl pills, fentanyl powder, suspected methamphetamines, and drug distribution paraphernalia. Officers also seized a large amount of U.S. currency and three firearms from the property. All items were collected as evidence for further investigation.

Later that evening, a traffic stop in the 800 block of Ross Avenue led to the arrest of Alamosa resident Nicholas Midgley, 41. A probable cause search of his vehicle revealed over 1,500 fentanyl pills, U.S. currency, a 9mm handgun, and suspected powdered fentanyl. Midgley was taken into custody and booked on related Drug Felony 1 charges.

Continuing the investigation, officers executed a second search warrant at approximately 3:07 a.m. on October 22, 2025, at 80 State Avenue. This operation resulted in the seizure of over $25,000 in U.S. currency, 11 semi-automatic rifles, 7 handguns, and between 7 and 8 pounds of M30 fentanyl pills, in addition to fentanyl powder, suspected methamphetamines, and other items related to drug distribution.

These efforts reflect the Alamosa Police Department’s ongoing commitment to combating the distribution of dangerous narcotics in our community.

"Kudos go to APD Captain Bertsch and the detectives," APD Chief George Dingfelder told the Valley Courier. "They kept going with this operation as it went on and on. Also, the work done by District Attorney Anne Kelly and her staff was enormously helpful. They were right there with us, every step of the way."

Dingfelder went on to say, "This should send the message that we will be relentless in pursuing drug trafficking. Relentless."

The Alamosa Police Department extends its gratitude to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Special Investigations and Illicit Marijuana Unit (SIIM), the Colorado State Patrol Investigative Services Section, the Alamosa County Sheriff’s Office, and the Adams State Police Department for their continued assistance and partnership in these complex investigations.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighborhood, you are encouraged to contact the Investigations Division or leave an anonymous tip through the City of Alamosa website at https://cityofalamosa.org/contact-us/.

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