Duluth Man Convicted of Methamphetamine Trafficking

Duluth Man Convicted of Methamphetamine Trafficking Following a Jury Trial

ATLANTA – Jorge Rodriguez Martinez, 56, of Duluth, Georgia, was found guilty by a federal jury for his role in a scheme to distribute multiple kilograms of methamphetamine in the metro-Atlanta area.

Martinez was charged with one count of conspiracy to possess methamphetamine with the intent to distribute, and one count of possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute. He was convicted on both counts following a three-day trial.

“Methamphetamine trafficking funnels poison into our communities,” said U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan. “This defendant’s conviction sends a strong warning to others that those who peddle dangerous drugs will be held accountable for their conduct.”

The investigation revealed that Martinez used a confidential source to purchase several kilograms of methamphetamine, which he later dropped off at the source’s residence. Martinez then switched vehicles and drove away, only to be stopped by the Georgia State Patrol shortly thereafter. Approximately three kilograms of methamphetamine were found on the front passenger floorboard of his vehicle.

“The investigation and subsequent conviction of this criminal drug dealer demonstrates the DEA’s commitment to fight the drug cartels who have no regard for the citizens of our community,” said Robert J. Murphy, Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Atlanta Division.

Jorge Rodriguez Martinez is scheduled to be sentenced on July 29, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. before U.S. District Judge Steve C. Jones.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Atlanta recommends parents and children learn about the dangers of drugs at the following web site: www.justthinktwice.gov.

For further information please contact the U.S. Attorney’s Public Affairs Office at USAGAN.PressEmails@usdoj.gov or (404) 581-6016. The Internet address for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia is http://www.justice.gov/usao-ndga.