Omaha Man Sentenced for Possession of Cocaine
A 42-year-old Omaha man has been sentenced to 225 months’ imprisonment for possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine.
Ricardo Muro, a resident of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced on November 4, 2024, in federal court in Omaha for his crime.
According to authorities, on January 17, 2023, agents with a DEA task force intercepted a package of marijuana addressed to Muro’s business in Omaha. A controlled delivery of the package and search of the business pursuant to a search warrant uncovered more marijuana and THC gummies.
Muro’s house in Omaha was also searched pursuant to a warrant. Inside, agents found approximately one kilogram of cocaine, marijuana, THC cartridges, and $9,380 cash.
The sentencing of Muro was enhanced by his two prior federal drug trafficking convictions. This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Nebraska State Patrol.
As a result of his crime, Muro will serve 225 months’ imprisonment. After his release from prison, he will begin an 8-year term of supervised release. The $9,380 in cash found at his residence will be ordered forfeited to the United States as proceeds of illegal drug trafficking.
Mandatory Facts: Ricardo Muro, Possession with Intent to Distribute 500 grams or more of Cocaine, Omaha, Nebraska, January 17, 2023, 225 months’ imprisonment. After release, an 8-year term of supervised release. A fine of $9,380 was ordered forfeited as proceeds of illegal drug trafficking.
Key Facts
- State: Nebraska
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Crime News
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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