Major Drug Bust and Arrest for Drug Task Force

Jefferson County, CO. – The West Metro Drug Task Force (WMDTF) has made a significant arrest and drug seizure after a months-long investigation. Investigators tracked the suspect, 25-year-old Hunter Covelli, to Walworth County, Wisconsin, where he turned himself in yesterday. Covelli is being held on 35 counts including nine level one drug felonies, seven level two drug felonies, and nine level three drug felonies for possession with intent to distribute. Additionally, he faces eight charges of illegal possession of a weapon and two misdemeanors for unlawful possession of a controlled substance. Covelli will be extradited back to Jefferson County for court proceedings.

In November of 2025, the WMDTF received an anonymous tip that Covelli was dealing drugs in the city of Wheat Ridge, selling large quantities of cocaine, MDMA, ketamine, and LSD. The WMDTF began an investigation to confirm the suspected behavior and ultimately arranged several purchases between Covelli and an undercover detective.

In January, a search warrant on Covelli’s home led to the seizure of the following:

• 60 lbs. crystalline MDMA
• 11,000 2CB pills
• 100 lbs. psychedelic mushrooms
• 55 grams ketamine
• 31,000 MDMA pills
• 40 grams cocaine
• 60,000 LSD tablets
• 8 firearms
• 18 LSD liquid vials
• 1 pill press
• 13,000 MDA pills

The West Metro Drug Task Force is a collaborative, multi-agency effort that brings together investigators from Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Golden, Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge Police Departments. The task force focuses on reducing the presence of illegal drugs within the community by investigating drug trafficking organizations, distribution networks, and illegal marijuana operations, with an emphasis on identifying and sanctioning those responsible for supplying controlled substances.