Gregory Buckner, a 48-year-old from Decatur, Georgia, has been sentenced to nearly seven years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin. Buckner’s operation involved a particularly dangerous tactic: disguising fentanyl as oxycodone pills.
“Fentanyl and heroin pose an especially insidious danger to the public because they are so often disguised as counterfeit pills,” said U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan. “This investigation and prosecution are the product of our collaborative efforts with our law enforcement partners to remove these deadly drugs from our communities and hold accountable individuals, such as Buckner, who attempt to distribute and profit from them.”
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In April 2023, Buckner attempted to sell 10,000 counterfeit oxycodone pills containing fentanyl. When confronted by investigators, he fled the scene but was later apprehended. A search of Buckner’s storage unit revealed a kilogram of fentanyl and a substantial amount of heroin.
“Keeping our communities safe is our highest priority,” said Robert J. Murphy, Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Atlanta Division. “The investigation and subsequent conviction of this drug dealer demonstrates the DEA’s commitment to fight drug traffickers who have no regard for the citizens of our community.”
Buckner pleaded guilty to the charges in May 2024. U.S. District Judge Leigh Martin May sentenced him to six years and 11 months in prison, followed by four years of supervised release.
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The Drug Enforcement Administration led the investigation with assistance from the Georgia State Patrol and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Sources and related content
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