Lenin Erasmo Luna Mota, Heroin Trafficking, West Virginia 2020

Drug trafficking operation

MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – In a massive blow to the illicit drug trade, 34 individuals have been indicted for their involvement in a sophisticated drug trafficking operation spanning several states, including West Virginia and Maryland.

According to Acting United States Attorney Randolph J. Bernard, the 30-count indictment charges the defendants with conducting a large-scale drug trafficking operation that included the transportation and distribution of significant amounts of heroin, fentanyl, cocaine base, and cocaine hydrochloride from Hagerstown, Maryland to locations in Berkeley County, West Virginia from August 2020 to June 2021.

The investigation, which was conducted during the pandemic, resulted in the seizure of approximately 8.6 kilograms of cocaine, 1.02 kilograms of heroin, and 12 ounces of cocaine base “crack,” with a street value of approximately $471,000.

The indictment lists the following defendants, each with their respective aliases and addresses:

Lenin Erasmo Luna Mota, also known as “Papi,” 48, of Hagerstown, Maryland and the Dominican Republic
Juan Manuel De La Rosa-Tejeda, also known as “Little Papi,” 35, of Hagerstown, Maryland and the Dominican Republic
Daniel Inoa-Rodriguez, also known as “Danny,” 21, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Shawn Gorsira, 50, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Ana Ercilia Luna, 36, of Hagerstown, Maryland and the Dominican Republic
Stephany Rodriguez, 32, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Dominick Mickens, 38, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Jackie Devon Thompson, 41, of Frederick, Maryland
Tyrone Lewis, Aka Roc, 42, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Alan Clark Tolliver, 41, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Miguel Angel Santiago Caraballo, 30, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Carl Lomax Wynn, 56, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Marcus Deon Longus, 40, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Thomas Moore, 38, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Samuel Rose, 48, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Dandre Trayham, 32, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Branden Watson, 38, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Caleb Sinclair, 35, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Destiny Dabbs, 29, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Felicia Johnson, 34, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Brian C. Dixon, 49, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Christina Anders, 25, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Edwin Orrillio, also known as “J Money,” 34, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Paul David Fairburn, 26, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Edson Velasquez-Lopez, 50, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Chelsea Nicole Pinkcett, 33, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Daniel Hardy, 33, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Eliseo Rozas, 43, of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
Ron Bowers, 52, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Angela Dawn Gregory, 47, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Demetre Mccoy White, 40, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Devron Jerel Brown, also known as “Country,” 33, of Martinsburg, West Virginia
Lester Luna, 27, of Hagerstown, Maryland
Carlos M. Nunez-Arias, also known as “Charlote,” 51, of Hagerstown, Maryland

Speaking on the case, Acting United States Attorney Randolph J. Bernard stated, “This case is, once again, a prime example of the excellent work being performed by the Assistant United States Attorneys in the Northern District of West Virginia, members of the task force and our state and local law enforcement partners. The drug enterprise run by the defendants involved a sophisticated operation including the use of a purported business to act as a front for drug trafficking and the laundering of hundreds of thousands of dollars in drug proceeds. The fact that a good portion of the investigation occurred during the pandemic makes the results even more impressive. The message for those engaged in the trafficking of drugs, especially heroin and fentanyl, within the Northern District of West Virginia remains the same; you will be caught and the United States will seek lengthy prison terms to protect the citizens of West Virginia from the danger you present.”

The indictment also lists items requested for forfeiture, including more than $471,000 in cash and approximately 8.6 kilograms of cocaine, 1.02 kilograms of heroin, and 12 ounces of cocaine base “crack.”

This case is a testament to the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat the illicit drug trade and bring those responsible to justice. As the Grimy Times continues to report on this developing story, we will keep you updated on any further developments.

Heroin and fentanyl trafficking

Drug trafficking conspiracy

Northern District of West Virginia

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