A San Diego man has been sentenced to 156 months in custody for supplying the heroin and fentanyl that led to the fatal overdose of a 41-year-old San Diego woman, on October 24, 2018.
Tony Davis, 65, was sentenced in federal court by U.S. District Judge Cathy Ann Bencivengo for supplying more than 100 grams of heroin in the fall of 2018, and distributing heroin and fentanyl to another street-level drug dealer who in turn distributed the drugs that caused the victim’s death.
The investigation was led by DEA Narcotic Task Force Team 10, a specialty unit that investigates overdose deaths in San Diego.
As fentanyl continues to cut its devastating path in our community, we are committed to taking action to stop those who peddle this poison,’ said Acting U.S. Attorney Randy Grossman. We will use every available tool to hold traffickers accountable, confiscate their drugs and put an end to these tragic losses.’
Overdose deaths continue to rise in San Diego County,’ said DEA Acting Special Agent in Charge Shelly S. Howe. The DEA and our law enforcement partners are attacking this problem by aggressively targeting the supply chain. It’s simple: If you provide or sell drugs that cause someone to die, we will come after you and your supplier.’
The United States Attorney’s Office is working closely with the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, local police departments, the Drug Enforcement Administration and other federal, state and local law enforcement partners to investigate and prosecute cases targeting those who supply drugs in fatal overdose cases.
For those who suffer from addiction, please know there is help. Call the Crisis line at 888-724-7240; it’s always open.
Defendant Information:
Case Number: 19-CR-0294-CAB
Defendant: Tony Davis
Age: 65
Criminal Charges:
Distribution of Heroin and Fentanyl – Title 21, U.S.C., Section 841(a)(1)
Conspiracy to Distribute Heroin – Title 21, U.S.C., Section 841(a)(1) & 846
Penalties: Mandatory minimum five years in prison; maximum 40 years in prison
City and State: San Diego, California
Exact Date: October 24, 2018
Sentence or Outcome: 156 months in custody
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Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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