In a shocking turn of events, former Bristol resident Elkie Crump, also known as ’40,’ pleaded guilty to fentanyl and crack cocaine distribution offenses. The 38-year-old faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years on each count.
According to court documents and statements made in court, in December 2019, the DEA’s New Haven Tactical Diversion Squad and Bristol Police Department began an investigation into Crump after receiving information that he was distributing fentanyl. On three occasions in January and February 2020, investigators conducted controlled purchases of fentanyl from Crump.
Crump was arrested in West Hartford on March 3, 2020, where he was residing as a condition of his state parole. At the time of his arrest, Crump possessed approximately 14 grams of crack cocaine. A related search of a Davis Drive residence revealed a 9mm handgun that Crump had possessed.
Crump pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute, and distribution of, fentanyl, and one count of possession with intent to distribute cocaine base (‘crack’). Judge Janet C. Hall scheduled sentencing for December 2, 2020.
The DEA Tactical Diversion Squad includes officers from the Bristol, Hamden, Meriden, New Britain, West Haven and Watertown Police Departments. This case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Conor M. Reardon. Crump has been detained since his arrest.
The investigation and subsequent arrest of Crump are a testament to the hard work and dedication of law enforcement agencies in the state. The guilty plea brings to an end a lengthy and complex investigation.
In a related note, the court proceeding occurred via videoconference pursuant to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).
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Key Facts
- State: Connecticut
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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