Freddie Griffin, a 33-year-old Gary native, is headed to prison after a guilty plea to crack cocaine distribution charges. The sentence comes after a string of controlled buys and a traffic stop that revealed the extent of Griffin’s operation.
According to court documents, Griffin was involved in the distribution of cocaine base, also known as crack, as far back as December 2016. Law enforcement made three controlled buys from Griffin in November of that year, and a traffic stop in early December turned up a stash of crack in his vehicle.
During the traffic stop, Griffin told officers that he had guns, crack, and money inside his home in Gary. A search warrant was executed, and police found additional crack, five firearms, and various ammunition. Officers also recovered $2,880 and drug paraphernalia from the home.
The case was the result of an investigation by the FBI, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Jennifer Chang handling the prosecution. Griffin’s sentence includes 41 months in prison followed by 2 years of supervised release.
Griffin’s actions had a significant impact on the community, and his sentence serves as a reminder of the consequences of crack cocaine distribution. The FBI’s efforts in this case demonstrate their commitment to keeping our streets safe.
As this case comes to a close, we want to emphasize the importance of community involvement in preventing crime. If you have any information about drug trafficking or other crimes, we encourage you to come forward and work with law enforcement to keep our communities safe.
The investigation and prosecution of this case are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. We will continue to work tirelessly to bring drug traffickers to justice and make our communities safer for everyone.
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Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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