Marc Wells, Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin and Fentanyl, Vermont 2023

Burlington, Vermont – A local man has been sentenced to prison for his role in a heroin and fentanyl trafficking operation.

Marc Wells, 48, of Colchester, Vermont, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Christina Reiss to 49 months’ imprisonment and a 5-year term of supervised release for possessing with intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl on June 2, 2021.

According to court records, on June 2, 2021, investigators with the Drug Enforcement Administration executed a search warrant at Wells’ Colchester residence, where investigators seized approximately 2,181 glassine baggies that contained a mixture of heroin and fentanyl. Wells, who has two prior federal drug convictions, admitted that he intended to distribute a portion of those narcotics.

Wells was arrested and charged with possessing with intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl, a serious offense that carries significant penalties. The investigation and prosecution of Wells were commended by United States Attorney Nikolas P. Kerest, who praised the efforts of the Drug Enforcement Administration, Burlington Resident Office, in bringing this case to a successful conclusion.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Andrew C. Gilman represented the government in this case, while Jordana M. Levine, Esq. represented Wells.

This case is a sobering reminder of the devastating impact of heroin and fentanyl trafficking on our communities. The prosecution of Wells is a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement agencies and the justice system in tackling this serious issue. Grimy Times will continue to report on this and other cases of crime and corruption in our area.

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Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-vt/pr/colchester-man-sentenced-heroin-and-fentanyl-offense