Joshua Hogan, Distribution of Fentanyl, Louisiana 2023

New Orleans Man Charged with Fentanyl Distribution

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced today that on September 29, 2023, Joshua Hogan was indicted in a previously sealed indictment on four counts of distribution of fentanyl, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1), 841(b)(1)(B), and 841(b)(1)(C). The indictment was unsealed on October 18, 2023.

In Counts 1 and 2, Hogan was charged with distribution of fentanyl in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(C). If convicted of these counts, Hogan faces, per count, up to twenty years imprisonment, a fine of up to $1,000,000, at least three years of supervised release and a mandatory special assessment fee of $100.

In Counts 3 and 4, Hogan was charged with distribution of 40 grams of more of a mixture or substance containing fentanyl. If convicted of these counts, Hogan faces, per count, from five up to forty-years of imprisonment, a fine of up to $5,000,000, at least four years of supervised release and a mandatory special assessment fee of $100.

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. Assistant United States Attorney Sarah Dawkins of the Violent Crime Unit is in charge of the prosecution.

Hogan’s indictment is a significant step in the fight against fentanyl trafficking in Louisiana. The case highlights the importance of law enforcement’s efforts to combat the opioid epidemic and bring those responsible to justice.

The case is ongoing, and Hogan is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The public will be kept informed of any updates in the case.

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