3 Northern Ohio Men Accused Of Trafficking Cocaine

Three Northern Ohio men have been indicted on drug charges after law enforcement seized four pounds of cocaine, 20 guns, three cars and more than $1.8 million in cash during an investigation, the Department of Justice said.

“Bricks of cocaine, piles of ill-gotten cash, and an arsenal of firearms are the hallmarks of a group that profited from drug trafficking,” U.S. Attorney Justin Herdman said. “But actions have consequences, and these defendants are now charged with crimes and we will seek to hold them accountable.”

Brooke McBeth, 39, Montrel Jackson, 34, both from Toledo, and Tyson Reed, 43, of Fostoria, were all indicted on one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine, the Department of Justice announced.

According to the indictment, the three men are accused of trying to sell at least 500 grams of cocaine between April 2018 and January 25, 2019. While investigating the trio, law enforcement seized a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover, a 2008 Dodge Nitro, a 2015 Harley Davidson, 20 guns, and $1,843,900 in cash, the indictment said.

The Drug Enforcement Administration led the investigation into McBeth, Jackson and Reed.

“Drug trafficking and violence go hand-in-hand. This investigation highlights the impact that cocaine and firearms have on our community. This indictment is a message to drug dealers at large that you will be held accountable," said DEA Acting Special Agent in Charge Keith Martin.