Stamford Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For Drug Trafficking: U.S. Attorney
October 22, 2026
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Updated 17 hours ago
What's happening
Brandon "Bizz" Turner, a 32-year-old Stamford resident, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and five years of supervised release for trafficking fentanyl and cocaine. The sentencing occurred on October 18, 2026, led by U.S. District Judge Sarah F. Russell in New Haven. Turner was identified as a narcotics distributor by the Drug Enforcement Administration's Bridgeport High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force, and evidence included a significant drug stash found in a tool bag he left at an apartment complex and purchases made from him in July 2024.
Key details
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Brandon Turner was connected to narcotics distribution by the Stamford Police Department’s Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit.
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Investigation included surveillance footage and DNA analysis linking Turner to drug possession.
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A total of approximately 790 grams of fentanyl and one kilogram of cocaine were found during the investigation.
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Turner pleaded guilty on May 13, 2026, to possession with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl.
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The Bridgeport HIDTA Task Force involved multiple law enforcement agencies, including local police departments.
Source Article
Stamford Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For Drug Trafficking: U.S. Attorney
Source: Stamford, CT Patch
Published: Oct 22, 2026