Hudson Cocaine Trafficker Rios-Nolasco Gets Six Months

BOSTON – Fredi Rios-Nolasco, 34, a Mexican national with a history of ignoring US immigration law, will spend the next six months in federal prison. Rios-Nolasco was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Myong J. Joun after pleading guilty to one count of unlawful reentry of a deported alien. The sentence doesn’t account for the underlying crime that brought him back to the attention of authorities: trafficking a significant quantity of cocaine.

The case unraveled on March 6, 2025, when Rios-Nolasco was arrested by the Hudson Police Department and slapped with charges in Marlborough District Court for possession of 200 grams or more of cocaine. Routine fingerprinting quickly revealed a disturbing pattern – those prints matched biometrics from previous removals. Immigration authorities promptly lodged a detainer, signaling their intent to take Rios-Nolasco into custody upon completion of any state charges.

Federal prosecutors didn’t let up. A federal grand jury indicted Rios-Nolasco in April of 2025, escalating the stakes. The charge of unlawful reentry carries a maximum sentence of two years in prison, but Judge Joun landed on six months, followed by almost certain deportation. This isn’t simply about crossing a border; it’s about a deliberate disregard for the law and a continued attempt to circumvent the established immigration process.

United States Attorney Leah B. Foley was blunt in her assessment. “This sentence reflects our commitment to enforcing immigration laws and holding accountable those who repeatedly violate them, particularly when coupled with serious drug offenses,” she stated. Acting Field Office Director Patricia H. Hyde of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations in Boston echoed that sentiment, promising swift action to remove Rios-Nolasco from the country.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Luke A. Goldworm, of the Major Crimes Unit, spearheaded the prosecution, building a case that highlighted both the illegal reentry and the underlying drug trafficking charges. While the six-month sentence is relatively short, the deportation order ensures Rios-Nolasco won’t be repeating these offenses on US soil anytime soon. The case serves as a stark reminder that crossing the border illegally, especially after being previously deported, carries serious consequences.

The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and report on the details of Rios-Nolasco’s deportation. This isn’t an isolated incident. The US-Mexico border remains a hotbed for illegal activity, and federal agencies are under constant pressure to stem the flow of drugs and individuals attempting to bypass the legal immigration system. Expect more prosecutions like this one as law enforcement cracks down on repeat offenders.