United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana
12/15/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/15/2025 12:48
Kenner Woman Sentenced For Fentanyl Distribution
Press Release
Kenner Woman Sentenced For Fentanyl Distribution
For Immediate Release
U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SHAWNA MARTIN ("MARTIN"), age 56, a resident of Kenner, Louisiana, was sentenced on December 8, 2025, after previously pleading guilty to distribution of fentanyl, and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl. MARTIN was sentenced to 46 months imprisonment, four years of supervised release, and a $300 mandatory special assessment fee.
According to court documents, in the later part of 2023, the Drug Enforcement Administration received information regarding drug distribution activity related to MARTIN. Through an investigation, it was determined that MARTIN distributed over 40 grams of fentanyl pills within the Eastern District of Louisiana. On August 24 and September 6, 2023, MARTIN sold 30.7 grams and 67 grams of fentanyl, respectively, to an individual she believed to be a legitimate buyer. On September 20, 2023, MARTIN possessed with intent to distribute 114.86 grams of fentanyl.
The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration. It was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Lynn E. Schiffman of the Narcotics Unit.
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Contact
Shane M. Jones
Public Information Officer
United States Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Louisiana
United States Department of Justice
Updated December 15, 2025
Topic
Drug Trafficking
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