Lincoln Man Charged with Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine
On January 25, 2016, an Indictment was unsealed charging Zachary A. Olson, 26, of Lincoln, with conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute 500 grams or more of a substance containing methamphetamine between October 1, 2014, and October 27, 2015.
The charge carries a possible penalty of not less than 10 years, and not more than life imprisonment, and a fine of up to $10,000,000. Following any prison term, there would be a term of supervised release of at least five years.
Olson had an initial appearance in federal court in Lincoln on January 26, 2016. He is scheduled for trial beginning on March 28, 2016. Olson is currently serving a state sentence and was ordered detained pending trial.
The investigation into Olson’s activities was led by the Lincoln/Lancaster County Drug Task Force.
The federal charge against Olson stems from his alleged involvement in a large-scale methamphetamine distribution operation in Lincoln, Nebraska. According to the Indictment, Olson conspired with others to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute 500 grams or more of a substance containing methamphetamine.
The case is a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against methamphetamine addiction and distribution in Nebraska. The state’s law enforcement agencies continue to work tirelessly to disrupt and dismantle these operations, and bring those responsible to justice.
Zachary A. Olson, 26, of Lincoln, is a defendant in this case. He is charged with conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute 500 grams or more of a substance containing methamphetamine.
The charge carries a possible penalty of not less than 10 years, and not more than life imprisonment, and a fine of up to $10,000,000.
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Key Facts
- State: Nebraska
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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