DAYTON, Ohio – U.S. Attorney Dominick S. Gerace II announced today with federal law enforcement partners the results of an eight-week operation to fight gun violence and drug trafficking in Dayton. Forty-seven defendants face federal charges, and 43 individuals are in federal custody following arrests last week.

During the operation, which began on April 27, agents seized 176 firearms, as well as machinegun conversion devices and kilogram quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine. “The goal of this operation was simple: to get guns and drugs off the street and out of the hands of the most violent and habitual offenders,” said U.S. Attorney Gerace. “Law enforcement at all levels took that mission seriously and I thank them for making our streets safer.

I also thank the prosecutors in my office for the dedication and skill that it took to support this large operation. We will continue to use every resource at our disposal to maintain law and order and keep our communities safe.”Special Agent in Charge Jorge A. Rosendo stated “I’m proud of the women and men of the ATF’s Columbus Field Division and all they accomplished in such a short period of time. Their dedication to duty and unwavering commitment to the citizens of Dayton, Ohio were truly remarkable throughout this operation.

It is our sincere desire that our collective efforts will have a lasting and positive impact on their community for years to come.”“Operation Fly City is a testament to the strength of the Homeland Security Task Force and HSI’s unwavering commitment to making our communities safer,” said HSI Detroit acting Special Agent in Charge Jared Murphey. “By working together with our federal, state, and local partners, we were able to disrupt dangerous criminal activity and remove illegal firearms and narcotics from the streets of Dayton. HSI remains dedicated to protecting the public and ensuring that those who threaten our neighborhoods are held accountable.”“This operation is another example of what can be accomplished when local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies work together toward a common goal,” said Dayton Police Chief Eric Henderson. “By targeting individuals responsible for violent crime, illegal firearms, and drug trafficking, we are making our neighborhoods safer and sending a clear message that those who threaten our community will be held accountable.

I want to thank our officers and our law enforcement partners for their dedication and commitment throughout this operation. The Dayton Police Department remains committed to reducing gun violence and improving the quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and visits our city.”“The arrests and seizures announced today are the result of extensive investigative efforts focused on identifying those responsible for drug trafficking, illegal firearms offenses, and other criminal activity,” said Sheriff Rob Streck. “This operation highlights the impact of strong partnerships and a shared commitment to addressing the criminal activity that affects our communities.”The charges were brought via 20 federal indictments and three federal criminal complaints in Dayton over the past few weeks. Indictments and criminal complaints merely contain allegations, and defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.Deputy Criminal Chief Brent G.

Tabacchi, Assistant Deputy Criminal Chief Amy M. Smith, Assistant United States Attorneys Kelly K. Rossi, Elizabeth L. McCormick, Rob Painter, Brendan Sullivan, Erica D.

Lunderman, Christina E. Mahy and Ryan A. Saunders and Special Assistant United States attorney Allison Oswall are representing the United States in these cases. A complete list of those charged includes:Operation Fly City Defendants NameAgeCity of ResidenceChargesTerrence Berry38DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineMark Jones42DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineMarshall Disney36Huber HeightsDistribution of cocaineDavid Cohorn42DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineUse and carrying of a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crimeDealing in firearms without a licenseBrandon Dunn42DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineRobert Everhart42DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineRaymond Garvin 43DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineBrian Gee38DaytonDistribution of cocaineGeoffrey Hobson52DaytonConspiracy to distribute methamphetamineDistribution of methamphetamineDaviontay Travis Hunter22DaytonFelon in possessionMarlin Robinson33CincinnatiFelon in possessionKevin Julious47DaytonDistribution of cocaineFelon in possessionBrenda Mann55MoraineDistribution of methamphetaminePatrell Miller28DaytonDistribution of fentanylAngel Santos-Rodas 27DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsTransfer of a firearm for use in a drug trafficking crimeAlien in possession of a firearmDistribution of methamphetamineDistribution of cocaineBrandon Heisle34DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsTransfer of a firearm for use in a drug trafficking crimeFelon in possession of a firearmJeremy Wright30DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsTransfer of a firearm for use in a drug trafficking crimeFelon in possession of a firearmNathan Smith37Huber HeightsConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineMarcus Lockett37DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaineDistribution of cocaineAustin Womble31DaytonConspiracy to distribute 500+ grams meth and 40+ grams fentanylDistribution of various amounts of meth and fentanylUse and carrying of a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crimeFelon in possession of a firearmTrafficking in firearmsPete Craft45DaytonConspiracy to distribute 500+ grams methamphetamine and 40+ grams fentanylDistribution of various amounts of meth and fentanylFelon in possession of a firearmTrafficking in firearmsRa’Che Amos26DaytonDistribution of fentanylUse and carrying a firearm during a drug trafficking crimeConspiracy to traffic in firearmsConspiracy to transfer a firearm for use in a drug crimeFelon in possession of a firearmPossession of a machinegunDereon Caudill24DaytonConspiracy to traffic in firearmsConspiracy to transfer a firearm for use in a drug crime*Isaiah Chancellor25DaytonConspiracy to distribute fentanylDistribution of 40+ grams fentanylDalontay Martin24DaytonConspiracy to distribute fentanylDistribution of fentanyl Conspiracy to traffic in firearmsConspiracy to transfer a firearm for use in a drug crimeJulian Heisle36DaytonConspiracy to distribute cocaine Distribution of cocaineConspiracy to traffic in firearmsConspiracy to transfer a firearm for use in a drug crimeKaron Clark19DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsConspiracy to transfer of a firearm for use in a drug crimeDealing in firearms without a licenseJa’leon Hayes19DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsTransfer of a firearm for use in a drug crimeDealing in firearms without a licenseVictor Coronado-Hernandez30DaytonDistribution of cocaineDakota Jones32DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsDealing in firearms without a licenseJaden Fuller20DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsDealing in firearms without a licenseDonovan Printers23DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearms Dealing in firearms without a licenseDeshon Fisher33DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearmsDealing in firearms without a licensePhillip Benson19DaytonConspiracy to traffic firearms Dealing in firearms without a licenseKendall Jones30DaytonDistribution of cocaineDiontre Montgomery22DaytonConspiracy to distribute 40+ grams of fentanylDistribution of fentanylConspiracy to traffic firearmsConspiracy to transfer firearms for use in a drug crime Possession of a machine gunDarnell Clark27DaytonDistribution of fentanylConspiracy to traffic firearmsConspiracy to transfer firearms for use in a drug crimeRobert Williams27DaytonDistribution of fentanylConspiracy to traffic firearmsConspiracy to transfer firearms for use in a drug crime*Eucelf Taste Jr.22DaytonDistribution of 40+ grams of fentanylConspiracy to possess with intent to distribute 5kg + cocainePossession of a machinegun*Anthony Scott23DaytonConspiracy to possess with intent to distribute 5kg + cocainePossession of a machinegunTony Yates27DaytonConspiracy to possess with intent to distribute 5kg + cocaineDylan O’Quin34Miamisburg Dealing in firearms without a licenseAttempt to traffic firearmsQuasawn Taborn24DaytonDistribution of cocaineD’Shawn Russell25Huber HeightsDistribution of cocaineLaryan Brooks37DaytonDistribution of cocaine*Eucelf Taste Sr. 46TrotwoodConspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 400 grams + fentanylDistribution of fentanylWillie D.

Spann42DaytonPossession with intent to distribute cocaineConspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine*Defendants who are fugitives If you have information on the whereabouts of any of the defendants at large, contact ATF at 1-888-ATF-TIPS or email ATFtips@atf.gov. ATF is offering a reward of $5,000 for information leading to the arrests of Eucelf Sr. and Jr.These cases are part of the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) initiative established by Executive Order 14159, Protecting the American People Against Invasion. The HSTF is a whole-of-government partnership dedicated to eliminating criminal cartels, foreign gangs, transnational criminal organizations, and human smuggling and trafficking rings operating in the United States and abroad. Through historic interagency collaboration, the HSTF directs the full might of United States law enforcement towards identifying, investigating, and prosecuting the full spectrum of crimes committed by these organizations, which have long fueled violence and instability within our borders.

In performing this work, the HSTF places special emphasis on investigating and prosecuting those engaged in child trafficking or other crimes involving children. The HSTF further utilizes all available tools to prosecute and remove the most violent criminal aliens from the United States. HSTF Cincinnati comprises agents and officers from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.# # #