The United States Department of Justice announced that four people from Augusta have been indicted by a federal grand jury on drug trafficking charges.
Two Men Face Fentanyl and Firearm Charges
Authorities said Tyriquez McFadden, 39, and Nichael Lessey, 44, were charged in a five-count indictment.
The charges include:
- Possession with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl
- Possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine
- Possession with intent to distribute cocaine
- Possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime
- Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
Additional Methamphetamine Charges Filed
Federal prosecutors also indicted:
- Jacquez Sturgis, 36, for possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine
- Roman Kelly, 51, for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, heroin, and cocaine
Defendants Could Face Life in Prison
Officials said the charges carry possible penalties including:
- Life imprisonment
- Large financial fines
- Supervised release following any prison sentence
The cases will proceed in federal court.
