Methamphetamine Trafficker Gets 13 Years Behind Bars

A California man has been sentenced to 156 months in federal prison on methamphetamine charges, James L. Porter, Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, announced today.

Edsgardo Ambriz-Lopez, 24, of East Alto Paso, California, was sentenced to 156 months’ imprisonment, five years’ supervised release following his imprisonment, and was fined $350. Ambriz-Lopez had previously pleaded guilty to seven counts in a federal indictment.

The charges against Ambriz-Lopez stemmed from a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine that operated from November 2013 to December 2014 in Williamson County, Illinois, Marion County, Illinois, the State of California, and elsewhere. Additionally, Ambriz-Lopez was accused of distributing methamphetamine on multiple occasions, as well as heroin, and conspiring to commit money laundering.

The investigation into Ambriz-Lopez’s activities was a joint effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Illinois State Police, and the Internal Revenue Service.

Assistant United States Attorney George Norwood handled the case, which is a testament to the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat the scourge of methamphetamine trafficking in the region.

The sentence handed down to Ambriz-Lopez serves as a warning to those engaged in similar activities that the consequences of their actions will be severe. As the war on methamphetamine continues, it is clear that those involved will be brought to justice.

Ambriz-Lopez’s sentence is a significant blow to those who would seek to peddle their wares on the streets of our communities. It is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement and the justice system that those responsible will be held accountable for their actions.