Andrew Urbano Perez, Methamphetamine Possession, Rhode Island 2024

Florida Man Indicted for Possession of 14 Pounds of Methamphetamine

Warwick, Rhode Island – In a shocking turn of events, a federal grand jury in Rhode Island has returned an indictment charging Andrew Urbano Perez, 34, of Florida, with possession with intent to distribute approximately 14 pounds of methamphetamine. The indictment was announced by United States Attorney Charles C. Calenda.

According to court documents, the crime took place in December 2024. A Warwick police officer assigned to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Task Force stopped a rental vehicle with Florida license plates operated by Urbano Perez. A K-9 working with law enforcement alerted to the presence of narcotics.

A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of approximately 14 pounds of crystal methamphetamine hidden inside the vehicle. Urbano Perez was taken into custody.

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Peter I. Roklan. The matter was investigated by the DEA and the participating task force agencies.

A federal criminal indictment is merely an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Mandatory Facts: Defendant’s REAL full name – Andrew Urbano Perez, Exact criminal charges – Possession with intent to distribute approximately 14 pounds of methamphetamine, City and state – Warwick, Rhode Island, Exact date – December 2024, Sentence or outcome – currently pending.

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