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Fresno Man Indicted on Fentanyl Trafficking and Firearms Charges, Faces Potential Life Sentence

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Published on May 29, 2025
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Henry Joseph Garcia, 49, of Fresno has been indicted on charges related to fentanyl and firearms possession. He is charged with possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and possessing firearms in connection with a drug trafficking crime, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office

On May 13, Garcia was found with over 400 grams of a fentanyl mixture, which was intended for distribution. He also had two loaded guns. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the guns were connected to drug trafficking. The charges are the result of a joint investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Clovis Police Department.

Garcia faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in prison, a possible life sentence, and a fine of up to $10 million if convicted. Sentencing will depend on the court’s review of legal guidelines and case-specific factors. He is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Calvin Lee, as stated by the U.S. Attorney's Office