Arrests and Charges in Methamphetamine Trafficking Case
A Dallas man has been charged and arrested in the shooting at an undercover federal officer and methamphetamine trafficking. Andres Saucedo Jr. was arrested June 4, according to a news release from Nancy E. Larson, acting U.S Attorney for the Northern District of Texas. Another man named Angel Flores was also arrested on May 21, two days after the incident.
Background of the Incident
The two men and others had allegedly planned to rob about 30 to 40 kilograms of methamphetamine from an unnamed drug trafficker on May 19. At some point, the two men realized law enforcement had been following them and attempted to lure two federal agents away from the intended robbery point, where they intended to ambush law enforcement, the news release said.
Saucedo allegedly fired a gun at a vehicle, where an undercover FBI officer was. The officer was not hit by any gunfire but left the scene for safety purposes, according to the news release.
Statement from Authorities
“We are fighting drug trafficking on multiple dangerous fronts, as demonstrated by this case,” Larson said in the statement. “Beyond the tragic effects of the illegal drugs that cross our country’s border and flood our communities, drug traffickers unleash significant violence on each other, in our neighborhoods, and against the brave law enforcement officers attempting to stop them.”
Charges and Penalties
Saucedo was charged with conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and assaulting, resisting and impeding a federal agent by using a dangerous or deadly weapon. Flores has also been charged with similar crimes.
Saucedo and Flores are in federal custody, and if convicted, they face a maximum penalty of up to life in prison.
Prior Offenses
Saucedo had previously served 12 years in federal prison for conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute cocaine. The news release also said Saucedo had previously robbed drug traffickers who distributed cocaine.
Task Force and Collaboration
The FBI officer who was shot at had been working with the Dallas Police Department, which partnered with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force’s North Texas Strike Force.
The task force also includes the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, the U.S. Homeland Security Investigations, Grand Prairie Police Department and Coppell Police Department.
Statement from Dallas Police Chief
Dallas police Chief Daniel Comeaux said in the release DPD officers and federal agents have been working together on this task force.
“These joint task force and collaborations are essential in keeping our community and its members safe,” Comeaux said.
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Conclusion
The arrests and charges in this methamphetamine trafficking case demonstrate the efforts of law enforcement to combat drug trafficking and violence in the community. The collaboration between federal and local agencies is essential in keeping the community safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What were the charges against Andres Saucedo Jr. and Angel Flores?
A: Saucedo was charged with conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and assaulting, resisting and impeding a federal agent by using a dangerous or deadly weapon. Flores has also been charged with similar crimes.
Q: What is the maximum penalty they face if convicted?
A: Saucedo and Flores face a maximum penalty of up to life in prison if convicted.
Q: What task force was involved in the investigation?
A: The U.S. Department of Justice’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force’s North Texas Strike Force, which includes the FBI, Dallas Police Department, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Homeland Security Investigations, Grand Prairie Police Department, and Coppell Police Department.
Q: Why is collaboration between federal and local agencies important?
A: Collaboration between federal and local agencies is essential in keeping the community safe by sharing resources and expertise to combat drug trafficking and violence.
