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Hastings Man Distributes Fentanyl, Receives 180 Months Imprisonment
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Hastings Man Distributes Fentanyl, Receives 180 Months Imprisonment

A devastating crime has shaken the community of Hastings, Nebraska, as Seth Fontaine, 30, was sentenced to 180 months’ imprisonment for distributing fentanyl.

On December 3, 2025, United States District Judge Brian C. Buescher handed down the sentence in federal court in Omaha. The harsh punishment is a stark reminder of the gravity of fentanyl distribution.

The crime took place on May 17, 2023, when Fontaine sent a Facebook message to Victim 1 stating “do u got Narcan?” The victim replied, “yea.” Fontaine then replied, “Cool, thank you, I got some real fentanyl, wanna smoke some.”

The two parties met at Victim 1’s residence in Hastings, and smoked fentanyl. Victim 1 became unconscious and was not breathing. First responders were called to the scene and administered Narcan. Victim 1 went to the local hospital and received further medical attention.

Law enforcement located pipes with fentanyl residue on them, burnt tin foil, and a torch still lit at the scene. This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Overdose Task Force, comprised of law enforcement from the Drug Enforcement Administration, Omaha Police Department, Nebraska State Patrol, and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.

With Fontaine now facing 180 months in prison, there is a glimmer of hope that the community can begin to heal. The case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of fentanyl distribution and the importance of law enforcement efforts to combat it.

Fontaine will also begin a 5-year term of supervised release after his release from prison. The harsh sentence is a testament to the severity of the crime and the need for accountability.

The case is a sobering reminder of the devastating consequences of fentanyl distribution and the importance of community vigilance in preventing such crimes.