New York City man sentenced to 10 years for selling fentanyl-laced heroin and crack to Long Island police officers.
A 35-year-old man from Brooklyn has been sentenced to a decade in prison for his involvement in the sale of fentanyl-laced heroin and crack cocaine to undercover law enforcement officers in Long Island. The sentencing was announced by the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office on Monday.
Devon Brown’s conviction arose from an undercover operation that took place last year in Floral Park. In January 2024, Brown was contacted by an undercover detective from the Nassau County Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Squad. The detective, posing as a prospective buyer, requested both cocaine and heroin, using a phone number associated with Brown that had been linked to a prior investigation into a fatal overdose incident.
On February 27, 2024, Brown met the undercover officer in Floral Park, located in western Nassau County, where he sold the drugs with evident ease and without hesitation. Following the transaction, multiple detectives identified themselves and attempted to arrest Brown. In a bid to evade capture, he attempted to flee the scene, knocking one officer to the ground in the process. Despite his efforts, Brown was ultimately apprehended by law enforcement.
During his escape attempt, Brown discarded a small tin box, which police later recovered. Inside this container, officers discovered loose crack cocaine. Additionally, law enforcement officials found colorful bags that were tested and confirmed to contain fentanyl. This powerful synthetic opioid is noted to be approximately 50 times more potent than heroin, posing significant risks to users.
Subsequent to his arrest, a Nassau County jury convicted Brown of multiple charges, including the criminal sale and possession of a controlled substance. The jury’s decision was reached on August 13, 2025, leading to the sentence that Brown received on Friday: ten years in prison, followed by three years of supervised release.
The district attorney, Anne T. Donnelly, emphasized the serious risks posed by individuals like Brown, who engage in the sale of dangerous drugs within communities. She reiterated her office’s commitment to combat drug trafficking and protect public safety, stating that such dealers contribute significantly to the cycle of addiction and family devastation.
As the opioid crisis continues to challenge communities across the nation, this case underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address illegal drug sales and protect vulnerable populations from the dangers associated with powerful narcotics like fentanyl.
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