South Bend Man Convicted of Methamphetamine and Firearm Charges
SOUTH BEND, Indiana – A local man has been convicted of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm in connection with a drug trafficking offense, and possession of a firearm after having previously been convicted of a felony.
Brandon Edelman, age 32, of South Bend, was found guilty after a 2-day jury trial in U.S. District Court, presided over by Judge Robert L. Miller, Jr.
According to evidence presented at trial, Edelman led South Bend Police officers on a high speed chase for thirteen minutes at speeds up to 100 miles per hour. While Edelman drove the car, his passenger threw a firearm out of the window. After he was apprehended, he told police that he told the passenger to throw the gun out and that he possessed the gun for protection during his drug dealing. Police found methamphetamine on Mr. Edelman. After he was apprehended, police retraced the route and found the gun Edelman admitted was thrown from the car.
The case was investigated by the DEA with assistance from ATF, South Bend Police, and the Indiana State Police. The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Joel Gabrielse.
Edelman has been convicted of at least one prior felony offense. Sentencing of Mr. Edelman has been set for May 15, 2019.
This conviction is a result of the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and related crimes in our community. The Grimy Times will continue to report on cases like this to keep our readers informed.
Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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