Tevin Terrance, Marijuana Smuggling, New York 2020

Akwesasne Man Faces 40 Years for Massive Marijuana Smuggling Ring

Tevin Terrance, 28, of Akwesasne, New York, has pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 100 kilograms or more of marijuana, according to a guilty plea entered today in federal court.

As part of his guilty plea, Terrance admitted that on August 20, 2020, he and a co-conspirator used two pickup trucks to transport 10 hockey bags containing approximately 200 kilograms of marijuana through the Northern District of New York with the intent to distribute the drugs in the New York City area.

The announcement was made by Acting United States Attorney Antoinette T. Bacon and Ray Donovan, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), New York Division.

As a result of his conviction, Terrance faces at least 5 years and up to 40 years in prison, and a term of post-release supervision of at least 4 years and up to life. Sentencing is scheduled for October 28, 2021 before Chief United States District Judge Glenn T. Suddaby.

This case was investigated by the DEA and is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Joshua R. Rosenthal.

Terrance’s guilty plea is a significant blow to marijuana smuggling rings in the New York City area, and highlights the efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat organized crime.

The case serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of engaging in marijuana smuggling and distribution, and the importance of holding those responsible accountable for their actions.

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