Dayton man sentenced for marijuana trafficking and money laundering

A Dayton man was sentenced this week to 30 months in prison for crimes related to marijuana trafficking and money crimes.

Dennis Hunter, 53, previously served a prison term for cocaine trafficking and money laundering. The separate 2015 indictment alleged that Hunter conspired to distribute and possessed with intent to distribute more than 1,000 kilograms of marijuana.

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Hunter and his wife allegedly laundered the illegal drug proceeds by acquiring various real estate properties, including residences in and around Dayton, where he allegedly stored and sold marijuana. He also allegedly used drug proceeds to repair and improve the homes.

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