Markell Reyes, Crack and Heroin Trafficking, New York 2017

PLATTSBURGH, NEW YORK – In a shocking turn of events, Markell Reyes, a 19-year-old from Jersey City, New Jersey, has been indicted for possessing crack cocaine and heroin with the intent to distribute them in Plattsburgh, New York.

The indictment was announced by United States Attorney Richard S. Hartunian, Chief Patrol Agent John C. Pfeifer of the United States Border Patrol, Swanton Sector, and Special Agent in Charge James J. Hunt of the New York Division of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

The charges against Reyes are a serious accusation, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty. If convicted, he faces a minimum of 5 years and up to 40 years in prison, a term of post-imprisonment supervision of at least 4 years and up to life, and a fine of up to $5 million.

According to a complaint filed on March 21, 2017, Reyes fled on foot after encountering a Border Patrol agent who was questioning the driver of a taxi in Ogdensburg, New York. A search of his bag, which was left in the taxi, revealed approximately 60 grams of crack, 250 bags of heroin, and a revolver.

Reyes appeared before United States Magistrate Judge Gary L. Favro in Plattsburgh on March 21, 2017, and was detained pending a trial before United States District Court Judge David N. Hurd.

The case is being investigated by the U.S. Border Patrol and DEA, and is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Cyrus P.W. Rieck.

Reyes’s indictment highlights the ongoing struggle against drug trafficking in the United States. The case serves as a reminder that the consequences of such crimes can be severe, and that the authorities will continue to work tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice.

Markell Reyes, 19, of Jersey City, New Jersey, is charged with possessing crack cocaine and heroin with the intent to distribute them.

The defendant’s sentence will be imposed by a judge based on the particular statute he is charged with violating, the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, and other factors.

This case is a prime example of the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking.

The indictment is a serious accusation, and Reyes is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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