In a shocking turn of events, a Stow man has been charged with possession of methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl, raising concerns about the growing opioid crisis in the region.
David Thomas, Jr., 29, was indicted in federal court for having more than 500 grams of methamphetamine and approximately 12 grams of a mixture of fentanyl and heroin on February 23, 2019, according to the indictment.
The indictment charges Thomas with one count of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and one count of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin. If convicted, the defendant’s sentence will be determined by the Court after reviewing factors unique to this case, including the defendant’s prior criminal record, if any, the defendant’s role in the offense and the characteristics of the violation. In all cases, the sentence will not exceed the statutory maximum, and in most cases, it will be less than the maximum.
Thomas’s case is the latest example of the ongoing struggle against the opioid epidemic. The FBI and South Euclid Police Department worked together to investigate the case, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Patrick Burke is handling the prosecution.
It is essential to note that an indictment is only a charge and is not evidence of guilt. The burden of proof is always on the government to prove a defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
The community is grappling with the consequences of the opioid crisis, and cases like Thomas’s highlight the need for continued efforts to combat the issue. As the case proceeds, residents are left wondering about the future of the region and the impact of the opioid epidemic on their lives.
According to the indictment, David Thomas, Jr. is facing charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin. If convicted, the sentence will be determined by the Court.
Defendant Name: David Thomas, Jr.
Criminal Charges: Possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin.
City and State: Stow, Ohio.
Exact Date: February 23, 2019.
Sentence or Outcome: Pending.
Defendant’s Age: 29.
Key Facts
- State: Ohio
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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