Nahum Rodriguez-Jaimes, Fentanyl Distribution, Florida 2023

Tampa Man Faces Fentanyl Charges

A 46-year-old Mexican national has been indicted for distributing fentanyl in the Tampa area, authorities announced.

Nahum Rodriguez-Jaimes, a Mexico resident, has been charged with three counts of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and possession of a firearm by an illegal alien.

The indictment alleges that Rodriguez-Jaimes distributed fentanyl pills on September 28, October 10, and October 19, 2023, in the Middle District of Florida.

On November 7, 2023, Rodriguez-Jaimes, who is not in the United States legally, was found to be in possession of a firearm, which is a violation of United States federal law.

If convicted, Rodriguez-Jaimes faces a maximum penalty of 20 years’ imprisonment per count on the fentanyl distribution charges, and up to 15 years in federal prison for the firearm offense.

The indictment also notifies Rodriguez-Jaimes that the United States intends to forfeit the firearm as well as any assets, which are alleged to be traceable to proceeds of the offense.

Nahum Rodriguez-Jaimes

Defendant: Nahum Rodriguez-Jaimes (46, Mexico)

Criminal Charges: Three counts of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and possession of a firearm by an illegal alien

City and State: Tampa, Florida

Date: September 28, October 10, and October 19, 2023, and November 7, 2023

Sentence: Maximum penalty of 20 years’ imprisonment per count on the fentanyl distribution charges, and up to 15 years in federal prison for the firearm offense

This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Plant City Police Department, and United States Customs and Border Protection. It will be prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Maria Guzman.

This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.

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