Crime: Fentanyl Possession
In a shocking turn of events, a Buffalo, New York couple has been arrested and charged with fentanyl possession, a serious crime that carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison.
According to the authorities, Edwin Santana-Cosme, 56, and Arieana Garcia Del Gado, 37, both of Buffalo, NY, were taken into custody following a traffic stop on August 17, 2024. The New York State Police, under the direction of Major Stanley Edwards, III, conducted the stop after Santana Cosme hesitated to pull over, while Del Gado appeared to turn around to move an unknown object behind the driver’s seat.
During the stop, a K9 dog was brought in and alerted to the presence of narcotics in two boxes located behind the driver seat. The boxes were searched and found to contain two vacuum-sealed packages of suspected fentanyl. Both Santana Cosme and Del Gado were arrested and taken into custody.
The complaint is the result of an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration, under the direction of Special Agent-in-Charge Frank Tarentino.
The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
In this case, the defendants are facing serious charges and a potential lengthy prison sentence. The exact outcome of this case is yet to be determined, but one thing is clear: the consequences of fentanyl possession are severe and should be taken very seriously.
The investigation and arrest of Edwin Santana-Cosme and Arieana Garcia Del Gado serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle against drug trafficking in our communities. The authorities will continue to work tirelessly to root out those who seek to profit from the sale of illicit substances.
Defendant: Edwin Santana-Cosme and Arieana Garcia Del Gado
Criminal Charges: Possession with intent to distribute fentanyl
City and State: Buffalo, New York
Exact Date: August 17, 2024
Sentence or Outcome: Faces up to 20 years in prison
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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