Tobias Leary, Methamphetamine Distribution, Idaho 2024

A 44-year-old gang member from Caldwell, Idaho, has been slapped with a 15-year prison sentence for his role in distributing methamphetamine and possessing a firearm.

According to court records, Tobias Leary, a known gang member, was distributing methamphetamine out of his property in Caldwell. In July of 2024, the Treasure Valley Metro Violent Crime Task Force (METRO) executed a search warrant at Leary’s property and located methamphetamine, fentanyl, and several firearms.

At sentencing, U.S. District Judge Amanda K. Brailsford noted the dangerous combination of guns, drugs, and gangs. Leary has an extensive criminal history, including a prior federal felony for unlawful possession of a firearm.

Leary, 44, was sentenced to 188 months in federal prison for distribution of methamphetamine and unlawfully possessing a firearm, Acting U.S. Attorney Justin Whatcott announced today. Leary was also ordered to serve five years of supervised release following his prison sentence.

The Treasure Valley Metro Violent Crime Task Force, which includes federal, state, and local agencies, has been working tirelessly to dismantle gangs and remove dangerous criminals from the streets. “For twenty years, the Metro Task Force has successfully dismantled gangs, removing dangerous criminals, along with their drugs and firearms, from our streets,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Whatcott.

Special Agent in Charge Mehtab Syed of the Salt Lake City FBI added, “When drugs, gangs, and illegal firearms intersect, the results can be destructive and deadly. Mr. Leary's sentence is indicative of the success achieved when law enforcement pools expertise and resources.”

Tobias Leary, Defendant

Exact Criminal Charges: Distribution of methamphetamine and unlawful possession of a firearm

City and State: Caldwell, Idaho

Exact Date: July 2024 (search warrant executed)

Sentence or Outcome: 188 months in federal prison, 5 years supervised release

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-id/pr/gang-member-sentenced-over-15-years-federal-prison