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Kijuan Terrell, a 40-year-old Hartford resident, has been charged with possession of a firearm and fentanyl distribution offenses. On March 11, 2026, Terrell allegedly possessed a Smith & Wesson .38 Special revolver with an obliterated serial number and fentanyl that he intended to distribute. Terrell’s criminal history includes state felony convictions for criminal possession of a firearm, possession of narcotics, and escape.
The indictment, which was returned on May 13, 2026, charges Terrell with unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number, and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl. These offenses carry maximum terms of imprisonment of 15 years, 5 years, and 20 years, respectively.
Terrell has been detained since his arrest and pleaded not guilty to the charges in the indictment. The investigation is being conducted by the Hartford Police Department and the FBI’s Northern Connecticut Gang Task Force, which includes members from the Connecticut State Police, the Connecticut Department of Correction, and several local police departments.
The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat fentanyl distribution and gun possession in Hartford. The charges against Terrell demonstrate the commitment of law enforcement agencies to addressing these serious crimes and holding offenders accountable.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Drug Trafficking
- Defendant: Gun Possession
- Location: CT
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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