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Midland man sentenced to 60 years for narcotics trafficking
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Gabriella Meza , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The individual, identified as Simon Hernandez, received a 60-year sentence.
A Midland man has been sentenced to a significant prison term for his involvement in narcotics trafficking. The individual, identified as Simon Hernandez, received a 60-year sentence. This sentencing follows a guilty verdict for manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance.
The specifics of the crime involve a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1, with the amount falling between 200 and 400 grams. Further details on the case and sentencing can be found through local news sources, including KMID ABC Big 2.
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Category: local Published: July 8, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Midland man has been sentenced to a significant prison term for his involvement in narcotics trafficking. The individual, identified as Simon Hernandez, received a 60-year sentence. This sentencing…
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