Michael Toussaint, Cocaine Trafficking, Massachusetts 2021

BOSTON – A Boston gang associate pleaded guilty on Monday, June 28, 2021 to his role in a cocaine trafficking conspiracy.

Michael Toussaint, 40, of Hyde Park, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute cocaine and cocaine base. U.S. District Court Judge Richard G. Stearns scheduled sentencing for November 2, 2021.

Toussaint is the fifth defendant to plead guilty in the case. During the investigation, investigators identified Toussaint as a drug customer and distributor for co-defendant Hassan Monroe, who was a significant supplier to co-defendant Kenji Drayton, the leader of the drug-trafficking organization.

The investigation, known as Operation Snowfall, targeted large-scale drug suppliers and their associates. It is alleged that the targets continued to distribute cocaine and cocaine base throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and shutdown. The charge of conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute cocaine and cocaine base provides for a sentence of up to 20 years in prison, at least three years and up to life of supervised release, and a fine of up to $1 million.

Acting United States Attorney Nathaniel R. Mendell and other law enforcement officials made the announcement. Assistance with the investigation was provided by various police departments and district attorneys' offices.

The details contained in the charging documents are allegations. The remaining defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Toussaint's guilty plea is a significant blow to the Boston gang and its associates. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat drug trafficking and organized crime in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ma/pr/boston-gang-associate-pleads-guilty-cocaine-trafficking-0