Corey Pomerleau, Oxycodone Conspiracy, Maine 2014

BANGOR, ME – Corey Pomerleau, 35, of Harmony, Maine, is headed to federal prison after receiving a year and a day sentence for his role in a 2014 oxycodone conspiracy. U.S. District Court Judge Jon D. Levy handed down the sentence today, along with three years of supervised release and a $500 fine. The conviction stems from a guilty plea entered on January 25, 2016, but the wheels of justice grind slowly, especially when painkillers are involved.

According to court records, Pomerleau wasn’t working alone. He conspired with others to funnel oxycodone from Rhode Island north to the Dexter, Maine area, effectively turning the small town into a pit stop on a dangerous drug pipeline. The operation, while detailed in court filings, provides little insight into the scale of the damage inflicted on the community.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Joel B. Casey prosecuted the case, building it on evidence gathered over several years. The investigation, led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency (MDEA), demonstrates a concerted effort to dismantle drug networks operating within the state. This wasn’t a solo operation; local law enforcement played a key role.

The Dexter Police Department, Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office, and Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office all provided crucial assistance during the investigation. Their combined efforts highlight the necessity of inter-agency cooperation in tackling the opioid crisis, a crisis that continues to ravage communities across Maine and the nation. This case represents just one small victory in a much larger, ongoing war.

While Pomerleau’s sentence provides a degree of accountability, it’s unlikely to stem the tide of illegal drug activity. Oxycodone, despite increased scrutiny and regulation, remains a highly sought-after commodity on the black market. The demand fuels the supply, and the cycle continues, leaving a trail of addiction and devastation in its wake.

The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and others like it, exposing the underbelly of federal crime and holding those responsible accountable. The sentencing of Corey Pomerleau is a reminder that dealing in drugs comes with consequences, but it’s also a stark illustration of the immense challenges facing law enforcement in the fight against opioid trafficking. Contact Joel B. Casey at (207) 945-0373 for further information.

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