A Concord man has been sentenced in federal court for drug and firearms offenses, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack. Wayne Smith, 49, received an 84-month prison sentence followed by three years of supervised release from U.S. District Court Judge Paul Barbadoro.
Smith had previously pled guilty on November 25, 2025, to multiple charges including distribution of methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl, possession of a firearm and ammunition in furtherance of drug trafficking, and possession of a firearm and ammunition by a prohibited person.
“The defendant chose to arm himself with a gun in furtherance of his drug dealing,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack. “Let this lengthy sentence serve as a warning to others who choose to do the same in New Hampshire.”
Colonel Mark Hall of the New Hampshire State Police commented on the sentencing: "Yesterday’s sentencing serves as a powerful reminder that our efforts to protect New Hampshire’s communities from the dangers of illicit drugs remain unwavering.” He emphasized the dedication of State Police officers in maintaining public safety and holding offenders accountable.
Between August 22 and September 6, 2023, Smith sold over 80 grams of methamphetamine across three transactions. On September 12, he was arrested while preparing for another sale. A subsequent search warrant executed on September 14 led law enforcement to recover approximately 348 grams of methamphetamine, around 199 grams of fentanyl, a Ruger pistol, and pistol ammunition.
The investigation was led by the New Hampshire State Police with Assistant United States Attorney Jeff Strelzin prosecuting the case.
