A 44-year-old Milton man is facing up to 30 years in prison after being indicted on drug trafficking charges.
Justo Melendez-Morales was charged with selling and possessing approximately 38 grams of cocaine in his Milton apartment, which he maintained as a premises for drug trafficking.
According to the indictment, Melendez-Morales committed the crime between February 26, 2025, and May 9, 2025.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Robin Zenzinger is prosecuting the case, which was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.
Melendez-Morales’ maximum penalty under federal law is 30 years and a fine. A sentence for this offense may also include a period of supervised release following imprisonment.
A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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