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Tickfaw Man Gets 72 Months for Heroin Conspiracy
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced the sentencing of MICHAEL PENN, a 41-year-old man from Tickfaw, Louisiana, to 72 months in prison for his role in a heroin conspiracy.
According to court documents, PENN was the target of a narcotics investigation led by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Hammond Police Department. On five separate occasions, PENN sold heroin to an undercover officer with the Hammond Police Department at various locations within the Hammond area. Each transaction was audio and video recorded.
The investigation, which was a collaborative effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Hammond Police Department, uncovered PENN’s involvement in a heroin distribution ring. PENN’s actions put the lives of many at risk, and his sentence is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies in combating the opioid epidemic.
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans praised the work of the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Hammond Police Department in investigating this matter. Assistant United States Attorney Brittany L. Reed is in charge of the prosecution.
PENN’s sentence is a significant blow to the heroin trade in the Hammond area. The heroin conspiracy charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison, and PENN’s sentence of 72 months demonstrates the severity of his crimes.
The investigation and prosecution of PENN are a prime example of the efforts being made to combat the opioid epidemic in Louisiana. Law enforcement agencies and prosecutors are working tirelessly to bring those responsible for heroin distribution to justice.
Heroin continues to plague communities across the country, and it is essential that those involved in its distribution are held accountable. The sentencing of PENN is a step in the right direction, and it serves as a warning to others involved in similar activities.
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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