A federal indictment has been returned against Ismael Burgos, 53, of Jamestown, New York, charging him with attempted possession with intent to distribute cocaine. The charge carries a maximum of 20 years in prison.
According to the indictment, on January 27, 2015, Burgos attempted to receive a package which investigators determined contained a quantity of cocaine.
The indictment is the culmination of an investigation on the part of the United States Postal Inspection Service, under the direction of Shelly Binkowski, Inspector in Charge, Boston Division, and the Drug Enforcement Administration, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge James J. Hunt, New York Field Office.
The case is being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Caleb J. Petzoldt. Burgos is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The indictment alleges that Burgos attempted to possess a significant quantity of cocaine, a serious offense that can have severe consequences.
The investigation and indictment highlight the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking in the region.
Contact Barbara Burns at (716) 843-5817 or (716) 551-3051 for more information.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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