A Maryland woman faces over 12 years in federal prison for her role in a drug-trafficking deal that resulted in the death of one of the victims.
Sarah Katherine Magid, 36, of Burtonsville, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis to 151 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl. Judge Xinis also ordered Magid to pay restitution of $25,090 for the victim’s burial fees.
Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, announced the sentencing with Special Agent in Charge Christopher C. Goumenis of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) – Washington Division and Chief Marc R. Yamada of the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD).
According to court documents, Magid distributed fentanyl in March 2024, which led to the death of a victim. During the inquiry, law enforcement discovered text communications between Magid and the victim about supplying fentanyl. A forensic examination of the victim’s cell phone revealed a text message exchange and subsequent encounter between Magid and the victim.
The texts revealed a drug transaction involving pills that were pressed to seem like oxycodone hydrochloride pills but actually contained fentanyl. Following the encounter and transaction, the victim was discovered dead. The District of Columbia’s Office of Chief Medical Examiner ruled that the victim died of fentanyl intoxication.
Additionally, in July 2024, a complainant complained to law police that Magid, a Montgomery County first-grade teacher, left her classroom to distribute drugs to persons outside the school. Law authorities then discovered text messages on Magid’s phone indicating that she sold drugs during work hours.
US Attorney Hayes praised the DEA and MCPD for their efforts in the investigation. Ms. Hayes also commended Assistant U.S. Attorneys Megan S. McKoy and Elizabeth Wright for prosecuting this federal case.
Leave a Comment