Eddie ‘Macho’ Martinez-Marquez, Cocaine Conspiracy, Florida 2018

Kissimmee Man Pleads Guilty To Cocaine Conspiracy Charge

In a shocking turn of events, Eddie ‘Macho’ Martinez-Marquez (32, Kissimmee) has pleaded guilty to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute and to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine in Jacksonville, Florida. Martinez-Marquez faces a mandatory minimum penalty of 10 years, and up to life, in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set.

According to the plea agreement, between December 2016 and August 2018, Martinez-Marquez supplied cocaine to a co-conspirator in Jacksonville, Florida. The amounts varied, but Martinez-Marquez typically would supply one or two kilograms, twice per month, which the co-conspirator would then sell in the Jacksonville area. Martinez-Marquez charged $27,000 per kilogram, and at times, ‘fronted’ the drugs to his co-conspirator, essentially supplying the drugs on credit.

The pair used couriers to transport drugs and money between each other in the Jacksonville and Orlando metro areas. This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Florida Highway Patrol, and the North Florida High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force.

It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Michael J. Coolican. The investigation and prosecution of Martinez-Marquez are a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement agencies in the state of Florida.

Martinez-Marquez’s guilty plea is a significant blow to the organized crime syndicates operating in the region. His actions have caused harm to countless individuals and communities, and his punishment will serve as a deterrent to others who would engage in similar activities.

The Grimy Times will continue to monitor this case and provide updates as more information becomes available. In the meantime, we urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Mandatory facts: Defendant name – Eddie ‘Macho’ Martinez-Marquez, Criminal charges – conspiring to possess with intent to distribute and to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine, City and state – Jacksonville, Florida, Date – between December 2016 and August 2018, Sentence – mandatory minimum penalty of 10 years, and up to life, in federal prison, Dollar amounts – $27,000 per kilogram.

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