Three Akron men are now facing severe federal charges after a comprehensive investigation unearthed what authorities characterize as a large-scale drug trafficking organization that spanned Summit County and surrounding counties. The case, which was developed over several months, details an alleged network that transported large amounts of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine throughout Northeast Ohio.
A superseding indictment accuses Erin House, 53; Ishmael Wahid, 52; and Roy Wimberly, 50, with conspiring to distribute illegal substances between April 2025 and February 2026. According to authorities, the operation comprised supply chains, transportation, storage facilities, and local distribution, resulting in a consistent flow of narcotics into the region.
Investigation reveals large-scale drug network
Authorities claim that House and Wahid served as suppliers, delivering significant amounts of drugs to Wimberly, who subsequently disseminated them around the area. Investigators believe House and Wahid communicated frequently, with House also connected through his firm, House Brothers Trucking.
A crucial break in the investigation occurred during a traffic check on Interstate 71 in Medina County. During the stop, officials inspected House’s Peterbilt semi-truck and uncovered a concealed compartment. Inside, they discovered around 8 kilograms of cocaine and approximately $144,000 in cash, indicating a high-level enterprise involving both drugs and substantial financial transactions…