Haitian National Police Officer Guy Philippe, 49, has finally faced justice after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering in connection with an international narcotics scheme. The former high-ranking officer is accused of safeguarding drug shipments and laundering proceeds from sales that occurred across the United States in the late ’90s and early 2000s.
Philippe’s guilty plea came before U.S. District Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga, who will sentence him on July 5, 2017. He faces a maximum of 20 years’ imprisonment for his role in the criminal enterprise.
‘After evading law enforcement for over a decade, Guy Philippe’s guilty plea is a testament to the U.S. government’s commitment to dismantle transnational narco-trafficking organizations,’ said Acting United States Attorney Benjamin G. Greenberg. ‘Philippe betrayed his duty to protect the people of Haiti by serving drug traffickers with more than $1.5 million in bribe payments for protecting shipments.
‘Drug trafficking corrupts public officials and institutions essential to democracy,’ added Acting Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A. Blanco. ‘The department’s investigation and prosecution of this case over a decade demonstrates a dedication to bringing all facilitators of the international drug trade to justice, no matter how long they try to evade capture.
Adolphus P. Wright, Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Miami Field Division, emphasized the importance of Philippe accepting responsibility for his crimes against the United States and Haiti. ‘With our strong law enforcement partners, DEA will never give up on seeking justice for those who traffic drugs and launder money,’ he said.
This international investigation showcases the success of identifying and producing evidence against drug trafficking organizations and corrupt public figures. The arrest of Guy Philippe is a triumph for federal agencies and foreign police units committed to upholding public trust.
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Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Public Corruption|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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