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Heroin Trafficking Bust in West Fork
A 22-year-old man from West Fork, Arkansas, has been sentenced to 96 months in prison for his role in a heroin trafficking operation. Arnulfo Gomez, a known dealer of heroin, was found with over 100 grams of a mixture containing heroin during a search of his residence on April 14, 2021.
According to court documents, Gomez was a primary target of the 4th Judicial District Drug Task Force, who had previously conducted controlled purchases of heroin from him. The task force executed a search warrant at Gomez’s residence, where they located a significant amount of heroin, as well as drug ledgers and paraphernalia.
The search warrant was executed on April 14, 2021, at Gomez’s residence in West Fork, Arkansas. Gomez’s involvement in heroin trafficking led to a lengthy investigation by the 4th Judicial District Drug Task Force, which ultimately resulted in his arrest and sentencing.
U.S. Attorney David Clay Fowlkes announced the sentencing, which was handed down by the Honorable Judge Timothy L. Brooks in the United States District Court in Fayetteville. Assistant U.S. Attorney Hunter Bridges prosecuted the case.
Gomez’s sentence includes 96 months in prison, followed by four years of supervised release. The charges against Gomez include one count of Possession with the Intent to Distribute Heroin.
The case serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle against heroin trafficking in Arkansas. The 4th Judicial District Drug Task Force continues to work tirelessly to combat the issue, and this sentencing is a significant step forward in their efforts.
Arnulfo Gomez’s full name was not available, but his age was given as 22 at the time of the search warrant. The exact criminal charges against him are Possession with the Intent to Distribute Heroin. The city and state where the crime occurred are West Fork, Arkansas. The exact date of the search warrant was April 14, 2021. The sentence or outcome of the case is 96 months in prison followed by four years of supervised release.
Key Facts
- State: Arkansas
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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