Pill Press Peril: Lynn Men's Fentanyl Scheme Unravels

In a shocking turn of events, two men from Lynn, Massachusetts, have admitted their involvement in a dangerous operation. They were making fake pills mixed with fentanyl and other illegal drugs. This news comes from federal prosecutors who say the men were part of a plan to make and sell these harmful substances. The two men, Elmidio Crisostomo from Lynnfield and David Depena from Lynn, have both said they are guilty. They admitted to working together to distribute these counterfeit pills. The pills were made in an apartment in Lynn and were sold in nearby towns like Malden and Revere. This story started when a federal grand jury accused the men back in November 2023. But the trouble really began when police searched their apartment in July 2023. They found a big pill press and lots of pills. There was also a large amount of powder that contained fentanyl. The charges against them carry serious consequences. They could face up to 20 years in prison, plus fines and supervised release. The exact punishment will depend on their past actions and the laws they broke. The men are set to be sentenced on December 10. This case highlights the dangers of drug trafficking and the severe penalties that come with it. It also shows how important it is for authorities to crack down on these illegal activities.