Joshua S. Levy, U.S. Attorney | U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts
A Lynn man has admitted guilt in a federal court in Boston for his involvement in a major drug trafficking operation on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Emilio Garcia, also known as "6," pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. His sentencing is scheduled for May 20, 2025, by U.S. District Court Judge Patti B. Saris.
Garcia's arrest, alongside Deiby Felix and Sebastien Bejin, occurred in November 2023 following an investigation into a fatal overdose in Salem. The investigation unveiled a drug trafficking organization led by Garcia with at least four accomplices, including Felix and Bejin.
On November 1, 2023, authorities conducted searches at four locations linked to Garcia and Bejin in Lynn. This resulted in one of the largest seizures of fentanyl and methamphetamine ever recorded in Massachusetts. Among the confiscated items were nine kilograms of pink heart-shaped fentanyl-laced pills resembling candy, additional narcotics, and five firearms.
The entire operation led to the seizure of over 75 kilograms of fentanyl and methamphetamine, several kilograms of cocaine, and cutting agents like xylazine used for adulterating drugs. The estimated street value of these substances exceeds $8 million.
A search at Felix’s residence revealed more than three kilograms of methamphetamine and fentanyl-laced pills along with a firearm. Investigators also discovered a clandestine laboratory used by the drug organization within the basement's small room where Felix lived. This lab contained industrial pill presses and other manufacturing equipment employed to produce counterfeit pills.
Sebastien Bejin entered his guilty plea on January 15, 2025, with sentencing set for May 1, 2025. Deiby Felix pleaded guilty on February 3, 2025; his sentencing is planned for May 29, 2025.
Possession with intent to manufacture and distribute large quantities of fentanyl or methamphetamine carries severe penalties under federal law: a minimum sentence of ten years up to life imprisonment, supervised release ranging from five years to life, fines up to $10 million plus forfeiture provisions apply; possession involving firearms related offenses can result similarly harsh sentences running consecutively beyond initial convictions terms including fines reaching $250 thousand dollars according statute guidelines determining outcomes based upon U.S Sentencing Guidelines applicable cases thereof
United States Attorney Leah B Foley announced today along Jodi Cohen Special Agent Charge FBI Boston Colonel Geoffrey D Noble Superintendent MSP Essex County DA Paul F Tucker their cooperation efforts supported further MA AG Office various local departments contributing significantly Assistant US Atty Philip Mallard Organized Crime Gang Unit prosecuting matter accordingly
