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Sheldon Smith Sr., a 60-year-old New Orleans man, was sentenced to 78 months in prison for possessing fentanyl, oxycodone, and firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. On December 17, 2024, Smith was found with a quantity of fentanyl and oxycodone, as well as two handguns, a Glock Model 19 and a Taurus Model G2C. The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration and prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Briana Williams.
Smith pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute drugs and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. He was sentenced to 18 months for the first count and 60 months for the second count, followed by five years of supervised release. Smith was also ordered to pay a $200 mandatory special assessment fee.
The sentencing is part of the Department of Justice’s Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative, which aims to combat violent crime and make communities safer. The initiative brings together federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to coordinate efforts and address specific public safety challenges.
The case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat the opioid epidemic and reduce the supply of illicit drugs in New Orleans. The DEA’s investigation and the prosecution of Smith demonstrate the commitment to holding individuals accountable for their role in perpetuating the drug trade.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Drug Trafficking
- Defendant: Oxycodone
- Location: LA
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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