BOISE – A notorious out-of-state drug trafficker has been brought to justice in Idaho, announced U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit today.
Brian David Schroeder, 47, of Arizona, recently pleaded guilty in federal court to possessing large amounts of fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to distribute them to others.
The illicit substances were discovered on December 14, 2022, after Schroeder was stopped by sheriff’s deputies while driving on Highway 93 through Jerome, Idaho. A search of the vehicle revealed approximately 3.25 pounds of fentanyl, 3.15 pounds of methamphetamine, and a loaded 9mm handgun.
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid responsible for an increase in overdose deaths in Idaho.
Schroeder’s sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 15, 2023, before Chief U.S. District Judge David C. Nye.
U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit commended the cooperative efforts of the Idaho State Police, Jerome County Sheriff’s Office, Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office, Twin Falls Police Department, Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Marshals Service, Jerome County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and Twin Falls County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, for their work on this case.
This case highlights the ongoing struggle against out-of-state drug traffickers bringing their poisons into Idaho’s communities. These prosecutions reflect that the people of Idaho will not tolerate drug traffickers bringing their poisons into our communities.
According to court records, Brian David Schroeder, was found in possession of:
Approximately 3.25 pounds of fentanyl
Approximately 3.15 pounds of methamphetamine
A loaded 9mm handgun
His sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 15, 2023, before Chief U.S. District Judge David C. Nye.
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Key Facts
- State: Idaho
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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