LUBBOCK, Texas – In a significant drug enforcement operation in West Texas, authorities arrested 12 individuals and confiscated six kilos of cocaine, a substantial bust that underscores the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in the region. The operation, carried out by the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF), involved thorough searches at six different locations. During these searches, agents not only found cocaine but also seized $55,000 in cash and five firearms, highlighting the potential dangers associated with the suspects’ criminal activities. The DEA Dallas Field Office played a crucial role in this operation as part of the OCDETF coalition.
The 12 individuals now face serious legal repercussions, as they have been named in a 17-count indictment. If found guilty, some could be sentenced to life behind bars in federal prison, reflecting the gravity of their alleged offenses.
Below are the names of those arrested, along with their respective charges linked to this drug distribution case:
- Esteban Renee Garcia, 36, is charged with conspiracy to distribute cocaine, along with multiple counts related to both the distribution and attempted distribution of cocaine, and the unlawful use of a communications facility.
- Rodrick Deone Hall, 48, who is known by the alias “Dirty,” faces charges including conspiracy to distribute cocaine and distribution of cocaine base, in addition to similar attempts and unlawful communication usage.
- Leticia Chavez, 58, is charged with conspiracy to distribute cocaine and has been implicated in cocaine distribution activities.
- Janie Reyna, 40, faces charges including conspiracy and attempted distribution of cocaine as well as unlawful use of a communications facility.
- Anthony “AV” DeLeon, 45, has been indicted on charges related to conspiracy, attempted distribution of cocaine, and the illegal use of communications facilities.
- Isaac “Ike” Rodriguez, 43, is also charged with conspiracy to distribute cocaine and other related offenses.
- Anthony McIntire, known as “Ace,” 29, is facing multiple charges for conspiracy, distribution, and attempts to distribute cocaine, alongside unlawful communications use.
- Roland Vasquez Gomez, 48, is charged with conspiracy and attempted distribution of cocaine, including unlawful communications use.
- Rodrick Lamont Bibbs, 39, faces charges of conspiracy to distribute cocaine and possession with intent to distribute cocaine base.
- Michael Tijerina, 59, faces charges related to conspiracy and distribution of cocaine.
- Miguel Ramirez-Pedroza, 45, who was arrested and charged through a criminal complaint, is facing possession with intent to distribute cocaine. His first appearance in federal court is set to be scheduled in the near future.
The OCDETF’s mission involves identifying, disrupting, and dismantling the highest-level drug traffickers, money launderers, and gangs that pose a significant threat to the safety and security of the United States.
