United States of America v. Jason J. Gallo

East St. Louis, Illinois, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with attempted possession with intent to distribute fentanyl in violation of 18 U.S.C. 841(a)(1) and 18 U.S.C. 841(b)(1)(B).

Reported by: Kent Morlan

Jason J. Gallo attempted possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl. Between March and April 2024 law enforcement intercepted two packages of fentanyl pills being delivered from California to Gallo’s residence in Metropolis. According to court documents, on or about April 10, 2024, in Massac County, Gallo attempted to possess with the intent to distribute approximately 54 grams of fentanyl.

The United States Postal Inspection Service led the investigation with support from the Metropolis Police Department and the Illinois State Police’s Southern Illinois Drug Task Force.

The Defendant was committed to the custody of Bureau of Prison for a term of 63 months as to Count 1 of the Indictment. Upon release from imprisonment, defendant shall be placed on supervised release for a term of 4 years as to Count 1 of the Indictment. Defendant shall pay a $100.00 Special Assessment and $1500.00 Fine.