Robert J. Potocnack, a 42-year-old St. Cloud man, has pleaded guilty to charges of methamphetamine trafficking and firearm offenses in Orlando, FL. According to the plea agreement, in November 2022, Potocnack sold 224 grams of methamphetamine and a firearm to an undercover detective from the St. Cloud Police Department.
The sale of the methamphetamine and firearm was a significant blow to the local community, and authorities are breathing a sigh of relief that the suspect has been brought to justice. The investigation was conducted by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the St. Cloud Police Department, with the assistance of Assistant United States Attorney Terry B. Livanos.
The case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in communities. The program focuses on fostering trust and legitimacy in communities, supporting community-based organizations, setting enforcement priorities, and measuring results.
Potocnack faces a minimum mandatory sentence of 10 years, up to life, in federal prison for the drug possession offense, and a consecutive minimum mandatory sentence of 5 years, up to life, in federal prison for the firearm offense.
The sentencing hearing for Potocnack has been scheduled for August 9, 2023. The community can rest assured that justice will be served, and the streets will be safer as a result of this guilty plea.
The guilty plea is a testament to the hard work and dedication of law enforcement agencies and prosecutors who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe.
As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information about similar crimes to come forward and cooperate with the authorities.
Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this case as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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