Bangor, Maine – In a shocking turn of events, Jamie Betances, a/k/a “Booger,” “Booga,” Buga,” “Ice,” 30, of Rochester, New York, pled guilty today in U.S. District Court to conspiracy to distribute heroin, fentanyl and cocaine base, commonly known as “crack.”
According to court records, between June 2015 and March 2017, Betances conspired with others to acquire heroin, fentanyl and crack in Rochester and to distribute it in Central Maine. The defendant was sent to Central Maine to distribute the drugs while residing with several Central Maine residents who were paid in heroin and crack for their participation.
The defendant faces up to 20 years in prison, a $1,000,000 fine, and between three years and life on supervised release. This is a serious blow to the people of Maine, and a reminder that the consequences of drug trafficking are severe.
The case was investigated by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Kennebec County Sheriff’s Department, with assistance provided by the Augusta Police Department.
This case is part of the ongoing effort to combat the opioid epidemic that has ravaged communities across the country. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Defendant: Jamie Betances, a/k/a “Booger,” “Booga,” Buga,” “Ice”
Criminal Charges: Conspiracy to distribute heroin, fentanyl and cocaine base
City and State: Bangor, Maine
Date: June 2015 – March 2017
Sentence: Up to 20 years in prison, $1,000,000 fine, and between three years and life on supervised release
Key Facts
- State: Maine
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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