A Lexington, Kentucky man was sentenced on Monday, June2, to 28 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Danny Reeves for conspiracy to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine, possession with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine, and conspiracy to launder drug proceeds.
According to his plea agreement, from November 2023 until September 2024, Alejandro Galvan Gomez, 51, agreed with others to distribute kilogram quantities of cocaine. Gomez owned a trucking company, G and G Transportation, headquartered in Lexington, and used the trucking company and its trucks to travel to McAllen, Texas, to pick up drug loads. Gomez made these trips on a frequent basis, at least two times per month, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Kentucky.
According to the U.S. Attorney:
Gomez would conceal the cocaine in large vehicle batteries that were hollowed out to allow for four kilograms of cocaine. To evade detection by law enforcement, the batteries contained a small battery within the modified battery, so that the battery would still produce a charge if tested.
"Gomez would receive at least two batteries per trip to McAllen, and sometimes as many as 10 batteries. Once he obtained the drugs, he would then distribute them to others around the country, including in Dallas, Texas; Columbia, South Carolina; Dayton, Ohio; and Cincinnati, Ohio.
"Additionally, Gomez admitted to laundering drug proceeds by methods known as promotional and concealment money laundering. To do this, Gomez would make large cash deposits in both his personal and business accounts. G and G Transportation was not a cash-based entity and the source of the cash stemmed from his involvement in drug distribution offenses.
"Gomez would use the cash deposits to pay the transportation company’s expenses, including maintenance and fuel for the truck that was used to pick up the drug loads and for his personal expenses, including mortgage payments. From September 2023 to May 31, 2024, Gomez deposited $159,350 in cash in the G and G operating account and $105,745.95 into his personal account. Gomez admitted that these funds were the proceeds of the drug trafficking offenses and that they were intended to promote drug distribution offenses."
Under federal law, Gomez must serve 85 percent of his prison sentence. Upon his release from prison, he will be under the supervision of the U.S. Probation Office for five years.
Werner honored for refrigerated supply chain work
Werner Enterprises, Inc. recently announced it has been named a Top 3PL & Cold Storage Provider by Food Logistics for the ninth year in a row. This annual award honors the leading third-party logistics and cold storage companies supporting the global refrigerated food and beverage supply chain.
“Making this list for the ninth consecutive year speaks volumes about the dedication of our team and the strength of our cold chain capabilities,” said Werner’s Senior Vice President of Brokerage & Werner PowerLinkSM Jordan Strawn. “From our advanced transportation management systems and innovative temperature-monitoring technology to our modern fleet and trusted professional drivers, our team continues to go above and beyond to support the temperature-sensitive demands of our customers and keep America moving.”
Werner’s service offerings include its state-of-the-art cross-dock facility in Laredo, Texas, a key hub for refrigerated goods. The facility enhances supply chain efficiency and ensures seamless cross-border cold chain operations, according to the company.
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