David Rodriguez Pleads Guilty to Possession with Intent to Distribute

Hartford, CT – In a shocking turn of events, DAVID RODRIGUEZ, a 25-year-old from Hartford, has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and cocaine base, also known as crack.

According to court documents, on July 9, 2018, Hartford Police arrested Rodriguez on Goshen Street after they found him in possession of 50 wax sleeves containing fentanyl and approximately two grams of crack cocaine.

The discovery was made after a lengthy investigation by the FBI’s Northern Connecticut Violent Crimes Gang Task Force and the Hartford Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by First Assistant U.S. Attorney Leonard C. Boyle and Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren C. Clark.

At sentencing, which has not been scheduled, Rodriguez faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years. Rodriguez, who had been detained since his arrest, was released pending sentencing.

The guilty plea was made before U.S. District Judge Victor A. Bolden in Bridgeport. The investigation and prosecution of this case demonstrate the commitment of local law enforcement and federal authorities to combat the scourge of narcotics trafficking in our community.

As the Grimy Times continues to investigate this story, we will provide updates on Rodriguez’s sentencing and any other developments.

Stay tuned for more information on this breaking story.

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