NJ Woman Charged in Meth Case That Could Mean Life in Prison

Newark, N.J. — A Bergen County woman is facing federal drug charges after investigators say she was distributing methamphetamine from a hotel room.

38-year-old Brittany Malsch of Garfield was charged with possession with intent to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine and ordered detained following an initial appearance in Newark federal court.

According to authorities, investigators had been looking into Malsch since at least December. After confirming she was staying at a hotel in Fairfield, Essex County, investigators executed a search warrant on her room and found multiple bags of suspected crystal methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, packaging materials, and approximately $1,720 in cash.

If convicted, the charge carries a mandatory minimum of 10 years in federal prison, up to life behind bars, and a fine of up to $10 million.

The public is reminded that charges are accusations and all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Chris Coleman is a South Jersey native and has been a cornerstone of the Atlantic City radio market since 1998. He serves as Brand Manager for WPG Talk Radio 95.5 and afternoon on-air personality for Cat Country 107.3. A five-time President's Circle award winner and Townsquare Media's 2024 Content Creator of the Year, Chris covers news, events, and stories of interest across Southern New Jersey. Story tips: chris.coleman@townsquaremedia.com