Victor Castro, Cocaine Distribution, Indiana 2017

HAMMOND, Indiana — In a shocking case of narcotics trafficking, Victor Castro, a 37-year-old East Chicago resident, was sentenced to 60 months imprisonment for distributing over 500 grams of cocaine. According to the investigation, the cocaine was distributed in December 2014.

The investigation, led by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), revealed that Castro distributed a kilogram of cocaine to a DEA confidential informant at Castro's place of business, Castro Trucking Service, in Gary, Indiana.

Castro, a resident of East Chicago, Indiana, was brought to justice following a lengthy investigation. He was sentenced before Chief Judge Philip Simon on January 13, 2017, for his role in the cocaine distribution.

According to documents in the case, Castro was sentenced to 60 months imprisonment and 4 years supervised release. The sentence is a stark reminder of the consequences of narcotics trafficking and the importance of law enforcement efforts to combat it.

The case was the result of an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration and was handled by Assistant United States Attorney Thomas M. McGrath. The investigation and prosecution of Castro serve as a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies and prosecutors in the fight against narcotics trafficking.

Castro's sentence sends a clear message that narcotics trafficking will not be tolerated in the state of Indiana. The Grimy Times urges residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Defendant: Victor Castro, 37, of East Chicago, Indiana.

Criminal Charges: Distribution of over 500 grams of cocaine.

City and State: East Chicago, Indiana.

Date: December 2014 (crime date), January 13, 2017 (sentencing date).

Sentence: 60 months imprisonment and 4 years supervised release.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndin/pr/east-chicago-man-sentenced-60-months-imprisonment