Montana Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl Through Idaho

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Quinn Michael Brockman, 34, of Libby, Montana, was sentenced to 48 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced today.

According to court records, Brockman was pulled over in the Coeur d’Alene area while traveling through Idaho with over 216 grams of fentanyl pills that he had recently acquired in the Seattle area.  Based on the quantity involved, law enforcement’s investigation, and Brockman’s own statements, the pills had been acquired for the purpose of reselling in Montana.

U.S. District Judge Amanda K. Brailsford also ordered Brockman to serve three years of supervised release upon the completion of his prison sentence.  Brockman pleaded guilty in August 2023.

Fentanyl continues to plague communities throughout the country and these two cases are prime examples of its far-reaching effects.  Addiction to fentanyl was a contributing factor behind both of these cases.

“I am grateful for our collaboration with ISP and all law enforcement in North Idaho to remove fentanyl dealers from our state,” said U.S. Attorney Hurwit.  “Together, we are committed to addressing the fentanyl problem affecting the health of our communities.”

“Our ongoing collaboration with the DEA Task Force and the U.S. Attorney’s Office is a testament to a joint commitment to community safety,” said Idaho State Police Captain Paul Berger of District 1.  “These partnerships significantly amplify our effectiveness and underscore the critical importance of interagency cooperation in addressing our region’s complex challenges. By fortifying our ability to combat crime and upholding the law, we will continue achieving positive results and foster safer communities.”

U.S. Attorney Hurwit commended the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Idaho State Police for their investigation in this case.

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