Jessica Olena, a 48-year-old resident of Plymouth, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for distributing more than seven pounds of methamphetamine. The sentence was handed down by Chief Judge Samantha D. Elliott at the U.S. District Court, and includes four years of supervised release following her prison term. Olena had previously pleaded guilty to two counts related to methamphetamine distribution.
U.S. Attorney Erin Creegan commented on the sentencing, stating, “Today’s sentence reflects the serious threat posed by those who deal in dangerous drugs like methamphetamine. This defendant was distributing large quantities of this highly potent substance. Our office will continue supporting our federal, state, and local law enforcement partners in drug interdiction efforts to prevent illicit drugs from reaching our streets, and to hold accountable those who seek to profit from poisoning New Hampshire communities.”
DEA Special Agent in Charge Jarod Forget of the New England Field Division also addressed the outcome: “DEA stands committed to keeping highly addictive drugs like methamphetamine off the streets of New Hampshire. Today’s sentence not only holds Ms. Olena accountable for her crimes but serves as a warning to those traffickers who are contributing to the drug crisis. This investigation demonstrates the strength of collaborative law enforcement efforts and our strong partnership with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in New Hampshire.”
According to court records, between January and June 2024, a confidential source working with law enforcement arranged purchases totaling over one and a half pounds of methamphetamine from Olena. When she was arrested on June 26, 2024, Olena admitted that she had sold an additional pound of methamphetamine the previous night and regularly acquired significant amounts for further distribution.
The Drug Enforcement Administration led the investigation into Olena’s activities, with assistance from the New Hampshire State Police Mobile Enforcement Team. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Cesar Vega and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Heather Anderson.
