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A man from Silver Spring, Maryland, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that resulted in the death of a 16-year-old in January 2022. The sentencing was announced by U.S. Attorney Kelly O. Hayes for the District of Maryland, along with federal and local law enforcement officials. The individual, identified as Mikiyas Kefyalew, 27, will also serve three years of supervised release following his incarceration.
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The prosecution highlighted the severe impact of fentanyl on communities, particularly among young people. According to court documents, Kefyalew knowingly distributed a substance containing fentanyl and a related compound, despropionyl fentanyl, in the form of counterfeit blue pills marked “M 30.” These pills were designed to resemble legitimate oxycodone tablets, a common tactic used by drug traffickers to deceive buyers. The distribution to a minor and the misrepresentation of the drug’s identity were factors that contributed to the lengthier sentence. In addition to his prison term, Kefyalew has been ordered to forfeit proceeds from his drug-dealing activities and to pay restitution.
The investigation and prosecution of this case involved a collaborative effort between multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Washington Division, the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD), and the Rockville City Police Department (RCPD). The U.S. Attorney’s Office acknowledged the significant contributions of these agencies, as well as the Metropolitan Police Department, Prince George’s County Police Department, and the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, for their assistance in bringing this case to resolution. The sentencing serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to combat the opioid crisis and hold accountable those who distribute dangerous synthetic opioids.
Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland
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