Brian Grant, Cocaine Possession, New York 2021

Buffalo, NY – A local man has pleaded guilty to a serious crime, one that could land him in prison for two decades. Brian Grant, 22, of Lockport, NY, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine, a charge that carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $1,000,000 fine.

The crime was uncovered by the Niagara County Drug Task Force, under the direction of Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti, and Homeland Security Investigations, under the direction of Acting Special Agent-in-Charge Matthew Scarpino.

According to the investigation, officers executed a search warrant at Grant’s residence on Elmwood Avenue in Lockport and on his vehicle. During the search, officers recovered cocaine, crack cocaine, marijuana, and $215.00 in cash.

The defendant will be sentenced on February 3, 2021, before U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr.

The charge of possession with intent to distribute cocaine is a serious one, and the maximum penalty reflects the severity of the crime. The investigation and subsequent charges demonstrate the ongoing effort of law enforcement agencies to combat the scourge of narcotics in our communities.

The Niagara County Drug Task Force, with the support of Homeland Security Investigations, continues to work tirelessly to disrupt and dismantle the networks responsible for the distribution of illicit substances.

Contact: Barbara Burns, (716) 843-5817, (716) 551-3051

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