Yahtzee Harris, Crack Cocaine Conspiracy, Indiana 2016

Yahtzee Harris Sentenced to 228 Months in Prison for Crack Cocaine Conspiracy

In a shocking turn of events, Yahtzee Harris, a 42-year-old resident of Gary, Indiana, has been sentenced to 228 months in prison for his involvement in a crack cocaine conspiracy.

According to documents obtained by Grimy Times, Harris participated in a conspiracy to distribute crack cocaine in the Glen Park neighborhood of Gary, Indiana, between July 2015 and November 2016. In furtherance of the conspiracy, Harris cooked cocaine into crack and worked with numerous other individuals to distribute it from multiple residences.

During a search of his Gary residence, law enforcement recovered a firearm and packaged crack intended for distribution. Harris's prior felony convictions for distribution of crack cocaine, pointing a firearm, and possession of a firearm as a felon were also taken into account during the sentencing.

Yahtzee Harris, 42, of Gary, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Philip P. Simon to 228 months in prison and 5 years of supervised release following his guilty plea to conspiracy to distribute 280 grams of crack cocaine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Gary T. Bell.

Harris's involvement in the conspiracy led to the conviction of 18 other charged members of the group, with each facing drug-related offenses. The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Gang Response Investigative Team with the assistance of the Gary, Hobart, and Lake County Police Departments.

This case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of crack cocaine and the importance of law enforcement's efforts to combat the illicit trade. Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

Mandatory Facts:

• Defendant: Yahtzee Harris
• Criminal Charges: Conspiracy to distribute 280 grams of crack cocaine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime
• City and State: Gary, Indiana
• Exact Date: Not specified
• Sentence: 228 months in prison and 5 years of supervised release

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndin/pr/gary-man-sentenced-228-months-prison