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Midland Duo Sentenced to 56 Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking
Midland, Texas – In a federal court in Midland, a man and woman were sentenced to a combined 56 years in prison for methamphetamine trafficking and firearm charges. Nikky Nicole Lujan, 37, and Raul Gonzalez, 38, pleaded guilty to multiple counts on September 20, 2023.
According to court documents, Lujan and Gonzalez possessed and distributed more than 11 kilograms of methamphetamine in and around Midland. Gonzalez was also sentenced for possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Midland police officers located and recovered methamphetamine, firearms, body armor, and thousands of dollars in currency while executing a search warrant at Gonzalez’s residence in May 2023.
Lujan was sentenced to 340 months, just over 28 years, in prison for her role in the methamphetamine trafficking operation. Gonzalez received a prison sentence of 334 months, just under 28 years.
“I appreciate the efforts of our local law enforcement partners for disrupting the drug trafficking operations of a major meth supply chain in the Permian Basin,” said U.S. Attorney Jaime Esparza for the Western District of Texas. “The severe sentences in this case should serve as a warning to drug traffickers who operate in our communities. You will be vigorously prosecuted in this district, and you risk meeting the same demise.”
Midland Police Chief Seth Herman commended the efforts of the Midland Division Office and their dedication to protecting citizens throughout the Permian Basin. “This case serves as yet another example of the outstanding working relationship established between local law enforcement and our federal partners,” Herman said.
The investigation was conducted by the Midland Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Joe Mahoney is responsible for the prosecution of the case.
In related news, the Midland Police Department continues to crack down on methamphetamine trafficking in the Permian Basin.
Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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