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Methamphetamine Ring Busted in Billings
A federal investigation has led to the arrest and arraignment of several individuals accused of involvement in a methamphetamine ring in Billings, Montana.
Among those arraigned was Duane Timothy Smith, a 34-year-old resident of Billings, charged with conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. If convicted, Smith faces life in prison, $10,000,000 in fines, and 5 years supervised release. The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Thomas Dean Smith, a 42-year-old resident of Billings, was also charged with conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. If convicted, Thomas Smith faces life in prison, $10,000,000 in fines, and 5 years supervised release. The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Pedro Carrasco, Jr., a 33-year-old resident of Billings, appeared on charges of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, felon in possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. If convicted, Carrasco faces life in prison, $10,000,000 in fines, and 5 years supervised release. The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Additionally, Matthew Dennis Cozzens, a 32-year-old resident of Billings, was charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine, and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. If convicted, Cozzens faces an unspecified sentence. The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
These arrests are a result of a federal investigation into a methamphetamine ring operating in Billings. The suspects will face justice in a federal court.
The investigation was conducted by various law enforcement agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The cases will be prosecuted by the United States Attorney’s Office.
Key Facts
- State: Montana
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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