2 Delco officers accused of sharing confidential information with drug dealer: prosecutors

Two Delaware County police officers were charged Thursday after prosecutors said they gave a “known” drug dealer confidential information.

On April 23, Vincent Procopio, a detective with Sharon Hill Police Department, and Dominic Dellabarba, a patrolman with that same department, were charged with various offenses in connection with the drug dealer.

“The actions of these sworn officers were betrayals of the community and of their fellow officers, who abided by their sworn oaths to protect and serve,” Attorney General Dave Sunday said. “These selfish, criminal acts also stain the reputations of many public servants who make sacrifices for their communities every day across the Commonwealth.”

According to prosecutors, Procopio informed the dealer of any known investigations into their activities, and if any of the dealer’s acquaintances were working with law enforcement.

Officials said Dellabarba helped the dealer after finding out that they were under investigation, including informing the dealer if they had any active warrants.

Prosecutors did not identify the drug dealer as they have provided information to law enforcement. However, officials said they are facing criminal charges.

Procopio was charged with possession with intent to deliver for acting as an accomplice to the drug-dealing. He is also charged with bribery, tampering with physical evidence, and other offenses related to Procopio’s helping the drug dealer in exchange for cocaine.

Dellabarba was charged with obstructing administration of the law, and other offenses.

The officers’ arraignments are still pending, and the investigation is ongoing.