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Fentanyl Dealer Sentenced to 24 Years
A 54-year-old Fort Myers man has been handed a 24-year, 4-month prison sentence for his role in a fentanyl dealing operation that resulted in a fatal overdose.
Gregory Apicella pleaded guilty to the charges in February 2019. He was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Sheri Polster Chappell for distributing the deadly synthetic opioid, as well as methamphetamine.
The investigation revealed that Apicella sold fentanyl to a 21-year-old man, identified as J.Y., on two occasions in December 2017 and January 2018. The victim ingested the fentanyl and died shortly after.
During a search of Apicella’s home, deputies from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office recovered a large quantity of fentanyl, paraphernalia, and methamphetamine from his bedroom.
The case was a collaborative effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, with Assistant United States Attorneys Charles Schmitz and Kyle Cohen handling the prosecution.
Apicella’s lengthy sentence serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of fentanyl dealing and the importance of holding those responsible accountable for their actions.
The sentencing comes after a lengthy investigation and prosecution that brought justice to the victim and his family.
Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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