HARRISBURG, PA — A Lebanon, Pennsylvania resident has been sentenced to 106 months in prison on charges of attempting to possess with the intent to distribute a significant quantity of cocaine and possessing a firearm related to that offense.
Warionex Martinez-Medina, 35, received his sentence from U.S. District Court Judge Jennifer P. Wilson on Thursday. The charges stem from an incident where Martinez-Medina allegedly accepted a package he believed contained over 2 kilograms of cocaine.
United States Attorney Gerard M. Karam stated that during a law enforcement search of Martinez-Medina’s residence in Lebanon, officers discovered a loaded handgun, materials commonly used for packaging drugs, and over $123,000 in cash.
These findings led to the allegations against Martinez-Medina of attempted possession with intent to distribute cocaine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of this offense. These are serious charges under federal law, carrying substantial penalties upon conviction.
The case was a collaborative effort between the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Pennsylvania State Police, underscoring the ongoing vigilance of law enforcement agencies in their fight against drug trafficking and illegal firearms possession.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Carlo D. Marchioli prosecuted the case, demonstrating the commitment of local and federal judicial systems to uphold justice and protect the community from alleged criminal activities.
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