Tyler Man Found Guilty of Federal Drug Violations

TYLER — A 41-year-old Tyler man has been convicted of drug trafficking charges. Bonifacio Nunez-Romero was found guilty by a jury on Aug. 15 of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and distribution of methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking activity. The jury deliberated for an hour following a three day trial before U.S. District Judge Michael H. Schneider.

According to information presented in court, up until September 2011, Nunez-Romero conspired with another person to acquire and distribute more than 50 grams of pure methamphetamine throughout the Tyler area. Evidence indicated that Nunez-Romero was distributing methamphetamine manufactured in Mexico and was also selling heroin. Nunez-Romero was in possession of firearms, a military flak jacket and body armor. Nunez-Romero faces a minimum of 15 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not been set.