In a significant blow to the island’s narcotics trade, David Michael Sare, a 42-year-old man from Corona, California, was sentenced to 10 years and 1 month in prison for his role in a large-scale ice trafficking operation in Guam.
The conviction stems from a conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine hydrochloride, in violation of 21 U.S.C. § 846. Sare was found guilty of working with co-defendant Katlyn Scully to traffic the highly addictive and potent substance into the island.
According to court documents, Sare and Scully conspired to transport the ice from California to Guam between March 1, 2016, and August 15, 2016. The duo attempted to smuggle the illicit substance by hiding it inside Scully’s body cavities, using condoms, and concealing it in their luggage.
Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency Officers intercepted Sare and Scully upon their arrival at the island’s airport, where they were found with 407.3 grams of ice, valued at over $200,000. The substance was 98% pure.
Sare’s extensive criminal history, which includes previous convictions for possessing drugs while armed, burglary, and receiving stolen property, was taken into consideration during the sentencing proceedings. The court acknowledged his statements that his struggles with drug addiction contributed to his long history of crime.
Sare must also pay a mandatory $100 assessment fee and serve five years of supervised release after completing his term of imprisonment. As a result of his conviction, he may no longer qualify for certain federal benefits.
The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration, Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, and the Department of Homeland Security, Homeland Security Investigations. Assistant United States Attorney Belinda Alcantara represented the government during sentencing.
Key Facts
- State: Guam
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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