Fort Smith Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking
Fort Smith, Arkansas – In a shocking turn of events, 31-year-old Gerardo Olivares was sentenced to 70 months in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release on one count of Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine. The Honorable Chief Judge P. K. Holmes, III presided over the sentencing hearing in the United States District Court in Fort Smith.
According to court records, agents with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) were able to purchase multiple ounces of methamphetamine (135.0 grams of actual methamphetamine) on several different occasions throughout the months of April and June of 2014 from Olivares in the Fort Smith Arkansas area.
Gerardo Olivares was indicted in October 2015 and pleaded guilty in March 2017. This significant sentence is a testament to the tireless efforts of law enforcement agencies in Arkansas.
The Drug Enforcement Administration investigated the case, and the Fort Smith Police Department assisted in the investigation. Assistant United States Attorney Candace Taylor prosecuted the case for the United States.
Olivares’ actions have had a devastating impact on the community, and it is hoped that his conviction will serve as a warning to others who would engage in similar activities.
Gerardo Olivares will begin serving his sentence immediately. He was previously released on bail, but his sentencing marked the end of his freedom. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of holding individuals accountable for their crimes.
For those interested in learning more about the case, related court documents can be found on the Public Access to Electronic Records website at www.pacer.gov.
This article is a Grimy Times exclusive, and we will continue to provide updates on this and other cases as more information becomes available.
Key Facts
- State: Arkansas
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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