A federal grand jury has indicted five members of a Drug Trafficking Organization (DTO) connected to the Sureños, acting on intelligence suggesting involvement in an extensive narcotics trafficking network. The charges stem from what appears to be an orchestrated effort to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl across Minnesota – substances with destructive impacts on community health and safety, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Minnesota.
The indictment outlines a nine-count charge against these individuals, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota. Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick emphasized the seriousness of the offenses, stating, "The Sureños and other drug cartels are dangerous criminal organizations that are fueling the drug crisis in America." She sent a clear warning: "Do not bring your poison to Minnesota. If you do, you will see federal charges and federal prison time," as stated by the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Minnesota.
Erick Emilio Diaz-Aguilar, considered the leader of the "Diaz-Aguilar DTO," faces multiple counts, including conspiracy and distribution of methamphetamine, as per the U.S. Attorney's Office announcement. Juan Martin Elvira, Jr., Edward Gonzalez, and Eric Anthony Rodriguez also face various charges related to methamphetamine and fentanyl possession and distribution. A further alleged member of the group remains at large. Assistant U.S. Attorney Raphael B. Coburn is prosecuting this case, which resulted from an effort led by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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