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Fort Myers Man Sentenced to Up to 40 Years in Prison for Cocaine Trafficking
A federal jury has found Edgar Vazquez, 35, of Fort Myers, guilty of possessing with the intent to distribute more than 500 grams of cocaine, a serious crime that can have devastating effects on communities.
On September 18, 2018, deputies from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and special agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration seized more than one kilogram of cocaine, cash, and a loaded firearm from Vazquez’s residence and his vehicle, further solidifying the evidence against him.
Vazquez had been indicted on May 22, 2019, and his sentencing hearing is scheduled for December 14, 2020. He faces a minimum mandatory term of 5 years, and up to 40 years, in federal prison.
The investigation into this case was led by the Drug Enforcement Administration, a federal agency responsible for enforcing laws related to controlled substances. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Simon R. Eth and David P. Sullivan.
Cocaine trafficking is a serious crime that can have far-reaching consequences for individuals and communities. The seizure of over one kilogram of cocaine and other evidence in this case highlights the dedication of law enforcement agencies to combating this type of crime.
Edgar Vazquez will face the consequences of his actions in the coming months, and it is a reminder to those who engage in similar activities that they will be held accountable. The sentencing hearing scheduled for December 14, 2020, will provide a more detailed understanding of the sentence he will face.
Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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