Tampa, Florida – A brazen scheme to distribute methamphetamine disguised as candy has landed a Bradenton man in serious trouble. Jesus Casteyano, 53, has been charged with conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute and distribution of 500 grams or more of methamphetamine.
According to the complaint, Casteyano and others agreed to distribute and distributed 500 grams or more of a mixture containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine that was contained in and packaged as retail candy. If convicted, Casteyano faces a mandatory minimum penalty of 10 years, up to life, in federal prison.
Casteyano made his initial appearance in federal court yesterday and was detained pending trial. The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Criminal complaints are merely allegations that a defendant has committed one or more violations of federal criminal law, and every defendant is presumed innocent unless, and until, proven guilty.
Assistant United States Attorney Matthew Perry will prosecute the case, which highlights the growing concern of methamphetamine distribution in the state of Florida.
The brazen scheme to distribute methamphetamine as candy is a stark reminder of the lengths to which some individuals will go to profit from the sale of illicit substances.
A full copy of the criminal complaint is available upon request.
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Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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