Utah Man Charged With Conspiracy And Intent to Distribute Cocaine

PROVIDENCE, RI — A Utah man was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of conspiracy to distribute cocaine and possession with intent to distribute approximately 30 kilograms of cocaine.

Enrique Chavez-Salas, 60, was charged in federal court in Rhode Island, according to a media release from the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Drug Enforcement Administration agents launched an investigation of Chavez-Salas in November "for his role in coordinating the distribution of multi-kilogram quantities of cocaine to Rhode Island," the release said.

"As part of the investigation, arrangements were made for the delivery of approximately 30 kilograms of cocaine," according to the release.

"During a subsequent meeting related to the planned transaction, Chavez-Salas arrived in a tractor trailer truck, carrying a large black duffel bag," the release said. "He engaged in a conversation regarding payment for the narcotics before being taken into custody."

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