Operation King Friday: NCDTF Dismantles Drug Trafficking Organization
Eight people have been arrested for distributing dangerous drugs in Northern Colorado and Wyoming.
In April 2024, the Northern Colorado Drug Task Force (NCDTF) received information about a local drug trafficking organization led by a Johnstown man. Detectives identified Curtis Rogers as a distributor supplying methamphetamine, cocaine, oxycodone, and Fentanyl across the region. Through the investigation, they learned that Rogers had connections to a multinational drug trafficking organization based in Mexico.
In late 2024, the NCDTF conducted search warrants at multiple Colorado locations associated with Rogers’ operation. The case investigation and search warrants yielded approximately:
- 1,636 grams (3.6 pounds) of methamphetamine
- 537.6 grams (5,300 pills) of Fentanyl
- $13,741 in U.S. currency
- 13 firearms, some of which had been exchanged for illicit narcotics
Eight suspects were arrested on the following charges:
| Suspect | Charges | Bond |
Curtis Rogers DOB 07/17/77
| Distribution of Controlled Substance - Fentanyl >50g (DF1) Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute - schedule 1 or 2 narcotic - 225g/+ (DF1) Distribution of Controlled Substance - schedule 1 or 2 narcotic - 225g/more (DF1) Distribution of Controlled Substance - schedule 1 or 2 narcotic - 225g/more (DF1) Distribution of Controlled Substance - schedule 1 or 2 narcotic - 14-225g (DF2)
| $1,000,000
|
Dana Gross DOB 01/27/81
| Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance - Fentanyl >50g (DF1)
| $250,000 cash-only; later modified by the court to $2,500 cash/surety
|
Luther Lee DOB 08/29/72
| Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance - Fentanyl >50g (DF1) - 2 counts
| $500,000 cash-only |
Amber Haggard DOB 01/05/83
| Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute - Fentanyl >50g (DF1) | $200,000 cash-only |
Corey Luvene DOB 04/04/81
| Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance - Fentanyl 4-50g (DF2) | $300,000 cash/surety |
Chelsea Coode DOB 06/01/90
| Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance - Fentanyl >50g (DF1) | $100,000 cash/surety;
|
Noami Eastwood DOB 01/09/83
| Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance (meth/heroin/ketamine/cathinones) 7-112g (DF2)
| $50,000 cash-only |
Rachel Cheever DOB 07/29/75
| Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance - Fentanyl 4-50g (DF2) Conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance (meth/heroin/ketamine/cathinones) 7-112g (DF2)
| $300,000 cash/surety; later modified by the court to $30,000 cash/surety |
Bonds are set by the court. For information about bond types, visit https://www.larimer.gov/sheriff/jail/bonds.
All suspects were booked into the Larimer County Jail. Booking photos are attached. The investigation is ongoing, and additional arrests are pending.
“Drug trafficking organizations have a profound impact on our local communities,” said NCDTF Commander Lt. Mark Hertz. “The ripple effect goes far beyond individual users. These lethal and highly addictive narcotics ruin lives, destroy families, and cause lasting harm. Every pill we get off our streets can mean the difference between life and death.”
The NCDTF would like to thank the local, county, state, and federal agencies who assisted with this investigation:
Fort Collins Police Services
Larimer County Sheriff’s Office
Loveland Police Department
Johnstown Police Department
Greeley Police Department
Cheyenne Police Department
Drug Enforcement Administration (Cheyenne / Front Range / Fort Collins)
Colorado Department of Revenue
These charges are merely an accusation, and the defendants are presumed innocent until, and unless, proven guilty.
The Northern Colorado Drug Task Force works to protect the community by identifying, investigating, and impacting drug-related crime in Larimer County. Participating agencies who make this effort possible include Fort Collins Police Services, Larimer County Sheriff's Office, Loveland Police Department, Windsor Police Department, Eighth Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Colorado Adult Parole, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Anyone with tips about illegal drug distribution activity in Northern Colorado can contact NCDTF at 970-416-2560 or https://www.nocodtf.com. Tips will remain anonymous if requested.
Local Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with Fentanyl, opioids, or other substance use, resources are available in our community:
- SummitStone Health Partners - https://www.summitstonehealth.org
- Voices for Awareness - https://voicesforawareness.com
- Facing Fentanyl - https://facingfentanylnow.org
- Mental Health/Substance Use Resources: https://www.larimer.gov/sheriff/mental-health-CRU/mental-health-resources
The NCDTF welcomes your comments or information. In order to be truly successful in any law enforcement activity, the community’s support is essential. If you have a tip or believe there may be drug activity in your neighborhood, please contact the Drug Tip Hotline at (970) 416-2560.
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