Fayetteville, Arkansas – In a harsh blow to the drug trade in Arkansas, Edward Garcia, 23, of Rogers, was sentenced today to 120 months in federal prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine. The sentence also includes three years of supervised release and a $2,400 fine.
The sentencing came after Garcia’s arrest on October 30, 2016, during which Springdale police officers discovered 9.5 grams of methamphetamine in a flashlight’s battery compartment. Garcia was indicted by a federal grand jury the following month and pleaded guilty to the charge in February 2017.
United States Attorney for the Western District of Arkansas, Kenneth Elser, announced the sentence, noting that Garcia’s actions posed a significant threat to public safety. The drugs were confirmed as methamphetamine by the Arkansas State Crime Lab.
The Springdale Police Department led the investigation into Garcia’s crime. Assistant United States Attorney David Harris prosecuted the case for the United States, ensuring justice was served.
For those seeking further details on the case, related court documents can be found on the Public Access to Electronic Records website at www.pacer.gov.
This sentence sends a clear message that drug trafficking will not be tolerated in Arkansas. Garcia’s sentence is a testament to the consequences faced by those who engage in such dangerous activities.
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Key Facts
- State: Arkansas
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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