In Denver, a jury has delivered a guilty verdict against Leonardo Medina on multiple charges related to drug trafficking. Medina was convicted on one count of conspiracy to commit methamphetamine distribution, one count of distribution and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, two counts of distribution and possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine, and an additional count for distribution and possession of 500 grams or more of a substance containing methamphetamine.
Evidence presented during the trial highlighted that Medina was at the helm of a substantial drug-trafficking operation in Colorado. Throughout 2021 and 2022, he supplied large amounts of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine to dealers in Denver and Colorado Springs. In July 2022, Medina orchestrated the transport of over 40 pounds of methamphetamine from Mexico, a shipment intercepted by law enforcement in Texas following coordination with Colorado investigators.
The investigation that led to Medina's conviction was a collaborative effort between Homeland Security Investigations and the Denver Police Department. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Dustin Andre-Vandenberg and Sonia Dave.
The case bears the number 23-cr-00049-PAB, as provided by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado.
