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Rogelio Moises Rosel Dimas, a 39-year-old illegal alien from Mexico, is facing federal charges for possessing over two pounds of fentanyl and a 9mm pistol in Stockbridge, Georgia. On July 29, 2026, federal agents executed a search warrant at Rosel Dimas’s residence, where they found the handgun and uncovered the hidden fentanyl stash in nearby woods. The investigation was part of a larger effort to combat the deadly opioid epidemic plaguing the nation. Rosel Dimas appeared in federal court on July 30, 2026, to answer the charges.
The discovery of fentanyl and firearms in Rosel Dimas’s possession has sparked concern among law enforcement officials, who warn that this lethal combination poses a significant threat to public safety. U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg emphasized the importance of holding fentanyl traffickers accountable and eradicating the drug from the streets.
The DEA Atlanta Field Division, led by Special Agent in Charge Jae W. Chung, played a crucial role in the investigation. Chung highlighted the agency’s commitment to protecting the public and preventing tragedies related to fentanyl. The case underscores the value of strong partnerships between law enforcement agencies in combating the opioid epidemic.
Rosel Dimas is currently being detained in the custody of the United States Marshals Service. The charges against him include possession with the intent to distribute a controlled substance and possession of a firearm by an illegal alien. The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Drug Trafficking
- Defendant: Georgia
- Location: GA
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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