In February 2025, the Northeast Tri-County Drug Enforcement Group (NETCDEG), led by the Marinette County Sheriff’s Office and the Marinette Police Department, initiated an investigation into a Methamphetamine Drug Trafficking Organization (DTO) operating in Marinette County. After several months of intense inquiry, investigators identified multiple individuals involved in the sale and distribution of methamphetamine. Between April 30th and May 2nd, 2025, NETCDEG investigators executed seven search warrants related to the investigation. They seized 413.53 grams of methamphetamine, two firearms, THC, fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, and $3,547 in U.S. currency. The Marinette County District Attorney’s Office arrested and formally charged the following individuals in connection with the investigation:
- Gabriel J. Kurek, 48, of Peshtigo
- Bruce A. Cassady, 45, of Lena
- Johnathan L. Block, 49, of Pound
- John R. Hager, 33, of Grover
- Crystal S. Barthel, 33, of Antigo
- Scott M. Klatt, 47, of Menominee, MI
- Maya E. Lindsay, 23, of Marinette
- Hunter L. Shehow, 23, of Peshtigo
- Maggie M. Throm, 24, of Menominee, MI
- Nickolas J. Wood, 27, of Marinette
These individuals are charged with one count of Conspiracy to Commit Delivery of Methamphetamine greater than 50 grams, a Class C Felony punishable by up to 40 years in prison and/or fines of up to $100,000. These charges are merely allegations, and all parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Marinette County Sheriff’s Office received assistance from the City of Marinette Police Department, Oconto County Sheriff’s Office, Menominee County (MI) Sheriff’s Office, City of Peshtigo Police Department, Dickinson County (MI) KIND Unit, City of Antigo Police Department, Marathon County Drug Unit, and Lake Winnebago Area MEG Unit.
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