Corey Terrell Gardner, 33, of Baton Rouge, was sentenced to 260 months in federal prison following his convictions for conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl, as well as possession of firearms, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Louisiana announced today.
According to the department, from March through September 2019, Gardner operated a drug distribution organization in the Baton Rouge area, where he and others distributed methamphetamine, fentanyl, and heroin.
The department reports that a raid on Gardner’s home and associated locations resulted in the seizure of more than 27 ounces of methamphetamine, 2.7 ounces of heroin, and 1.6 ounces of fentanyl.
Law enforcement also reportedly confiscated four firearms and 130 rounds of ammunition, which Gardner illegally possessed to protect himself, his drugs, and cash proceeds from drug sales.
Gardner, a convicted felon, was prohibited from possessing the firearms and ammunition, the department said.