10/16/2026
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
WINSLOW TOWNSHIP, NJ — October 16, 2026 — The Winslow Township Police Department’s Narcotics Unit, with assistance from the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Task Force, executed a search warrant on October 16, 2026, at EZ Stop V**e Shop, located at 250A Sicklerville Road in the Sicklerville section of Winslow Township.
The search warrant was the culmination of a month-long investigation into the suspected illegal sale of ma*****na from the business. During the investigation, detectives utilized confidential informants to gather information regarding the alleged narcotics distribution activities.
During the ex*****on of the search warrant, detectives seized a large quantity of ma*****na, along with U.S. currency believed to be proceeds from the illegal sales.
Store clerk Nilbio Miguel Hernandez-Vargas was arrested at the scene and charged with several narcotics-related offenses.
In addition to the narcotics investigation, Winslow Township Code Enforcement and the Winslow Township Fire Department responded to the business after detectives identified multiple potential fire safety and health code violations inside the establishment.
Charges against the business owner are pending as the investigation continues.
The Winslow Township Police Department extends its sincere appreciation to the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office HIDTA Task Force for its invaluable assistance, collaboration, and continued commitment to combating illegal narcotics activity. This partnership reflects the importance of interagency cooperation in conducting effective investigations and helping protect the health, safety, and quality of life of our residents.
The Winslow Township Police Department remains committed to addressing illegal drug activity and protecting the health, safety, and quality of life of residents throughout the community.
All charges are accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.