Texas Man Indicted for Violation of the Federal Controlled Substances Act

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that EDDIE MARTINEZ (“MARTINEZ”), age 44, of Texas, was indicted on March 13, 2025 for Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine, in violation of Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(B).

According to the filed indictment, MARTINEZ allegedly possessed with intent to distribute five hundred (500) grams or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of cocaine.  If convicted, MARTINEZ faces a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of five years and up to a maximum term of imprisonment of 40 years, a fine of up to $5,000,000.00, and at least four years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment.

The defendant also faces payment of a $100 mandatory special assessment fee.

Acting U.S. Attorney Simpson reiterated that the indictment is merely a charging document and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

The case was investigated by Homeland Security Investigations and the Louisiana State Police. The prosecution is being handled by Assistant United States Attorney Briana Williams of the Narcotics Unit.