ALAMOSA, Colo. (KOAA) — The 12th Judicial District Attorney's Office says an Alamosa man was sentenced on January 21 to 16 years in prison for two separate cases.
Nicholas Hepworth, 43, pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to distribute drugs. The DA's office says the charges stem from two separate cases.
The first incident occurred in late February 2024, when a corporal and his K-9, Goose, conducted a traffic stop on a car driven by Hepworth. During that stop, officers found the following:
- methamphetamine
- fentanyl pills
- heroin
- money
- two guns
He was released from custody after posting a $5,000 bond.
In May 2024, while Hepworth was on felony bond, the Alamosa Police Investigations Division executed a search warrant for his home on 8th Street.
The warrant execution and ongoing investigation by police led to the recovery of more fentanyl and money in Hepworth's home.
Deputy DA Stuart stated at the sentencing that Hepworth is a prolific drug dealer and the community should be free of him for as long as possible.
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