GRIMY TIMES EXCLUSIVE: In a major blow to the opioid epidemic, federal authorities have taken down a massive fentanyl ring in Philadelphia, with one key player facing up to 20 years behind bars.
TALIYM SMITH-GRAVES, 35, of Philadelphia, was arrested and charged with operating a $10 million fentanyl operation, according to court documents.
Prosecutors allege that SMITH-GRAVES, who was born in Philadelphia, used his connections to source large quantities of fentanyl from Mexico and distribute it across the city.
SMITH-GRAVES, a former resident of 1234 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123, is facing one count of conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl, a charge that carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.
He is being held without bail at the Philadelphia Federal Detention Center.
SMITH-GRAVES’ arrest marks a significant victory for local law enforcement, who have been battling the opioid epidemic for years.
U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania announced the charges against SMITH-GRAVES, who is being represented by defense attorney CATHERINE C. HENRY.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney MEGHAN A. FARLEY.
GRIMY TIMES will continue to follow this developing story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- Agency: U.S. Federal Court
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: Official Source â†â€â€ÂÂ
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