Rosario Lara, Fentanyl Distribution, Massachusetts 2019

Local Man Entangled in Fentanyl Distribution Ring

A shocking revelation has come to light in the ongoing war against illicit substances as Rosario Lara, a 37-year-old Dominican national formerly residing in Lawrence, Massachusetts, pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl in federal court.

The crime, which took place on February 21, 2019, saw Lara sell over half a kilogram of the deadly opioid to a confidential informant in Lawrence. This heinous act has put countless lives at risk, and Lara's guilty plea is a step in the right direction towards holding him accountable for his actions.

Lara's guilty plea comes with severe consequences, as he faces up to 10 years in prison, followed by up to five years of supervised release and a fine of $10 million. Furthermore, upon completion of his sentence, Lara will be subject to deportation.

The guilty plea was entered before U.S. District Court Judge William G. Young, who scheduled sentencing for July 9, 2020. This sentencing date marks a crucial moment in the case, as it will determine the extent of Lara's punishment.

The investigation into Lara's activities was a collaborative effort between the Middlesex District Attorney's Office, Massachusetts State Police, and the Lawrence Police Department. Their tireless work has brought us closer to a safer community, and we applaud their dedication to justice.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Abely, Deputy Chief of U.S. Attorney Andrew E. Lelling's Major Crimes Unit. Their expertise and commitment to bringing perpetrators to justice are a testament to the unwavering resolve of our law enforcement agencies.

The fentanyl trade is a grave threat to our society, and cases like Lara's serve as a stark reminder of the risks associated with it. We must continue to work together to combat this menace and protect our communities.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ma/pr/dominican-national-pleads-guilty-distributing-fentanyl-1