Carlos Pemberton, Heroin Possession, Maine 2020

Heroin Epidemic Continues to Plague the Nation

A Waterbury, Connecticut man was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Bangor, Maine for possessing heroin with intent to distribute, announced U.S. Attorney Halsey B. Frank.

Carlos Pemberton, also known as 'Pepa,' 43, was found guilty and sentenced to 46 months in prison, three years of supervised release and a $5,000 fine. Pemberton had pleaded guilty in January 2020.

On March 26, 2018, officers with the Indian Township Police were conducting a child welfare check at a residence in Indian Township when they discovered Pemberton in a bedroom. The officers found a backpack and a duffle bag containing heroin and drug paraphernalia, as well as $7,266.00 in cash.

The investigation was led by the Indian Township Police and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.

Pemberton's case serves as a reminder of the ongoing heroin epidemic in our nation. Heroin possession and distribution have severe consequences, and those found guilty will face the full extent of the law.

Bangor, Maine - In a recent federal court case, Carlos Pemberton was sentenced for his involvement in heroin possession and distribution. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle with heroin addiction in our communities.

Pemberton's sentencing serves as a warning to those involved in the heroin trade. The consequences of heroin possession and distribution can be severe, and those found guilty will face significant time in prison and hefty fines.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-me/pr/connecticut-man-sentenced-federal-drug-charge