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Fentanyl Trafficking Ring Busted in Cheyenne
A shocking discovery was made in Cheyenne, Wyoming, as federal authorities announced the arrest of Diego Aguilar-Valdovinos, a 38-year-old man from Federal Way, Washington.
Aguilar-Valdovinos is accused of possessing over 400 grams of fentanyl, a highly addictive and deadly opioid. According to Acting United States Attorney Bob Murray, the suspect appeared before U.S. District Court Chief Magistrate Judge Kelly H. Rankin on October 25, 2021, for an arraignment hearing, where he pled not guilty to the charge.
Possession with intent to distribute fentanyl carries a maximum penalty of 10 years to life imprisonment and five years to life supervised release. The trial has been set for January 3, 2022, in Cheyenne before U.S. District Court Judge Alan B. Johnson.
The investigation was led by the Wyoming State Highway Patrol, the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. These are merely allegations, and Aguilar-Valdovinos is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
The alarming amount of fentanyl possessed by Aguilar-Valdovinos highlights the growing concern of fentanyl trafficking in Wyoming. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
As the trial approaches, residents of Cheyenne and surrounding areas are anxiously awaiting the outcome of this case. The Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this developing story.
Key Facts
- State: Wyoming
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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