RON FREITAS
District Attorney
Office of the District Attorney
Protecting our community for 175 Years
Protecting our community for 175 Years
For Immediate Release
Breaking News
February 18, 2025
San Joaquin District Attorney Delivers Crushing Blow to Drug Trafficking, Seizes Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars
San Joaquin County, CA – In a decisive victory against organized crime, the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, through a rigorous 9-day trial involving Christian Valle et al., has effectively dismantled a drug trafficking network, seizing an impressive $379,744. This case involved funds seized from individuals suspected of drug trafficking, including one claimant previously convicted of possessing fentanyl for sale.
District Attorney Ron Freitas declared, "We've hit these criminals where it hurts - their wallets. This seizure isn't just about money; we’re sending a direct message across San Joaquin County that we will relentlessly pursue, disrupt, and dismantle drug operations."
The District Attorney's Office expresses profound gratitude to the following for their pivotal roles in this case:
- DDA Robert Martinelli
- Paralegal Maila Espiritu
- Deputy Matthew Felber
- The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department
- Judge George J. Abdallah, Jr.
Their dedication and expertise were crucial in achieving this triumphant outcome.
Ron Freitas
District Attorney, San Joaquin County
— Protecting Our Community Since 1850