Seth Demiceli, Methamphetamine Possession, New York 2025

A 24-year-old man from Watertown, New York, has been charged with a serious crime after pleading guilty to possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine. According to a recent investigation, Seth Demiceli, age 24, drove from the Albany, New York, area to Watertown with approximately 4.5 kilograms of methamphetamine in his vehicle.

The methamphetamine was separated into 10 bags, each containing approximately 1 pound of narcotics. Law enforcement apprehended Demiceli as he returned to Watertown. Demiceli had intended to sell the methamphetamine in the Watertown area.

As part of his plea, Demiceli admitted to the crime, which was committed on January 16, 2025. He now faces a prison term of at least 10 years and up to life, a fine of up to $10,000,000, and a supervised release term of at least 4 years and up to life.

Acting United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III stated: “This drug dealer was apprehended by law enforcement with a terrifying amount of methamphetamine in his car. This office and our law enforcement partners will continue to disrupt, arrest and prosecute those who traffic this poison in the Northern District of New York.”

Special Agent in Charge Bryan Miller stated: “Illegal drugs devastate lives and fuel violence. This case shows that those who profit from spreading poison will face serious consequences. Through ATF NY Syracuse Field Office’s strong partnership with the New York State Police, the Metro Drug Task Force, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office NDNY, we remain committed to working together to protect our communities.”

Sentencing is scheduled for December 17, 2025, before United States District Judge Elizabeth C. Coombe. The case was investigated by the ATF with assistance from the New York State Police Community Stabilization Unit and the Metro Jefferson Drug Task Force. Assistant U.S. Attorney Ben Gillis is prosecuting the case.