Man Who Distributed Mario-Shaped Illegal Drugs Gets 6-Year Prison Sentence

A Connecticut man, Ronnell Rogers, was sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for drug distribution and possession with intent to distribute.

Rogers pleaded guilty after a controlled buy and traffic stop led police to fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, and Mario-shaped pills.

The case highlights how illicit drugs are being packaged with cartoon branding that can resemble candy and raise overdose risks.

The sentence also includes supervised release after Rogers completes his prison term.