Eddie Ortiz-Ortiz, Cocaine Possession, New York 2020

BUFFALO, N.Y. – A Jamestown man is behind bars after a lengthy investigation revealed a substantial stash of cocaine in his vehicle.

Eddie Ortiz-Ortiz, 29, was sentenced to serve 36 months in prison by U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr. on [January 31, 2020] for possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine.

According to Assistant U.S. Attorney Franz M. Wright, Ortiz’s troubles began on [January 31, 2020] when a Cattaraugus County Sherriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop of Ortiz’s vehicle. As the deputy spoke with Ortiz, he detected the odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle.

A Cattaraugus County K-9 unit was brought in and provided a positive alert to a wrapped white package located within the vehicle. The package contained approximately 1,000 grams of cocaine.

The discovery led to Ortiz’s arrest and subsequent conviction. Ortiz’s sentencing marks the culmination of an investigation by the Cattaraugus County Sherriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb and the Drug Enforcement Administration, under the direction of Special Agent-in-Charge Frank A. Tarentino III, New York Field Division.

Ortiz’s conviction and sentencing serve as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by drug traffickers and the importance of collaborative law enforcement efforts in combating this threat.

The Grimy Times will continue to monitor this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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