Mass. man gets six years for trafficking meth

CONCORD - A Methuen, Mass., man has been sentenced to federal prison for distributing methamphetamine in New Hampshire, .

Leuris Xavier Guerrero Valdez, 30, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Chief Judge Landya McCafferty to 72 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release for distribution of methamphetamine.

Methamphetamine, a dangerous and highly addictive drug, wreaks havoc on public health and safety," said U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young. "Individuals like the defendant who profit from poisoning our communities will be held accountable. Law enforcement will continue to focus on identifying and disrupting individuals distributing deadly drugs throughout New Hampshire."

According to charging documents and statements made in court, between June 2023 and March 2024, the defendant sold methamphetamine to an undercover officer on 11 occasions in New Hampshire. After the final sale, investigators arrested the defendant and searched a residence where he stored his drugs. There, investigators found large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and crack cocaine.

"DEA stands committed to keeping highly addictive drugs like methamphetamine off the streets of New Hampshire," said Acting DEA Special Agent in Charge Stephen Belleau, New England Field Division. "Today's sentence not only holds Mr. Guerrero Valdez accountable for his crimes, but it should serve as a warning to those traffickers who are contributing to the drug crisis in America. This investigation demonstrates the strength of collaborative law enforcement efforts and our strong partnership with the U.S. Attorney's Office."