In a shocking turn of events, a 44-year-old Corpus Christi man has admitted to possession with intent to distribute more than 100 grams of heroin.
On April 1, 2023, authorities executed a search warrant at the residence of Jose Adame Jr. There, they found approximately 389.2 grams of black tar heroin, crack cocaine, a digital scale, and $4,000 in a kitchen cabinet. They also found several bags of marijuana in a Ms. Pac-Man arcade gaming cabinet.
According to the U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery, Jose Adame Jr. faces up to 40 years in federal prison and a possible $5 million maximum fine. His sentencing is set for February 14, 2023, where U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos will impose the sentence.
The investigation was conducted by Homeland Security Investigations, with the assistance of the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Corpus Christi Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Patrick Overman is prosecuting the case.
Jose Adame Jr. has been and will remain in custody pending the hearing. The charges against him include possession with intent to distribute more than 100 grams of heroin.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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