Christian Rou-Rey, Fentanyl Trafficking, Florida 2022

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Nine members of the notorious RMS/EBK gang in Orlando have pleaded guilty to fentanyl trafficking charges, following an investigation that began in December 2022 after an overdose death exposed the organization’s criminal activities. The gang, which operated in Orlando, conspired to distribute controlled substances, including methamphetamine and fentanyl, and often disguised the true nature of these substances. The defendants, including Christian Rou-Rey, Jeremiah Maldonado, and Benajmin Rivard, face sentences ranging from 5 to 40 years in prison.

The investigation into the RMS/EBK gang’s activities led to the discovery of a large-scale fentanyl trafficking operation, with the gang members and their associates working together to distribute the deadly substance. The defendants’ guilty pleas mark a significant victory for law enforcement in the fight against fentanyl trafficking in Orlando.

The defendants’ sentences will be determined at upcoming hearings, with Christian Rou-Rey facing 15 years to life in prison, and Jeremiah Maldonado and Benajmin Rivard facing 20 years to life in prison. The other defendants face sentences ranging from 5 to 40 years in prison.

The case against the RMS/EBK gang is a reminder of the dangers of fentanyl trafficking and the importance of law enforcement efforts to combat this deadly crime. The investigation and prosecution of the RMS/EBK gang were the result of a collaborative effort between federal and local law enforcement agencies, including the DOJ and DEA.

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