Multi-Year Drug Investigation in Central Wisconsin Successfully Concludes After Last Defendant Sentenced

MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced the successful conclusion of a multi-year drug trafficking investigation in central Wisconsin, following the sentencing of the last of thirteen defendants. U.S. Attorney Elgersma praised the collaborative efforts of the law enforcement agents involved, “This outcome is the result of years of dedication, coordination, and trust among our law enforcement partners. I want to thank all the agents from around the state who worked tirelessly to identify and hold this criminal organization accountable for distributing large quantities of dangerous narcotics in our communities. Their collective efforts stand as a powerful example of what can be achieved when federal and state agencies work together.” He also reaffirmed his office’s commitment to disrupting and dismantling drug trafficking organizations in the Western District of Wisconsin. In February 2022, officers with the Central Wisconsin Narcotics Task Force began investigating a methamphetamine and cocaine trafficking organization led by Tommie L. Haney and Quo Vadis Lewis operating in Marathon County, Wisconsin. The investigation involved the seizure of drug-laden packages from the mail, thirty-two controlled purchases of narcotics, and search warrants executed at residences. As part of the investigation, officers seized over 12 kilograms of cocaine, 285 grams of crack cocaine, 6 kilograms of methamphetamine, 1 kilogram of marijuana, 14 firearms, and $47,405. Haney and Lewis, the leaders of the conspiracy, were sentenced to 14 years and 12 ½ years respectively. Photos from the case include: Photo of ten pounds of methamphetamine found in mail parcel on March 17, 2022 Photo of firearms, cocaine, marijuana, and U.S. currency seized on June 28, 2023 The following defendants were sentenced as part of the federal prosecution: • Lawrence E. Lavergne, 44, Wausau, Wisconsin, was sentenced in June 2023 to 9 years in federal prison, followed by 8 years of supervised release, for distributing 5 grams or more of methamphetamine and possessing a firearm as a felon. • Jaison L. Coleman, 44, Marshfield, Wisconsin, was sentenced in October 2024 to 8 ½ years in federal prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for possessing a firearm as a felon. • Teala L. Kumbera, 29, Schofield, Wisconsin, was sentenced in November 2024 to 4 ½ years in federal prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for conspiring to distribute cocaine. • Shandel L. Mohr, 33, Marshfield, Wisconsin, was sentenced in December 2024 to 12 months and 1 day in federal prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for conspiring to distribute cocaine and methamphetamine. • Quo Vadis Lewis, 41, Wausau, Wisconsin, was sentenced in January 2025 to 12 ½ years in federal prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, for conspiring to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and 500 grams or more of cocaine and for possessing firearms as a felon. • Troy C. Olsen, 51, Wausau, Wisconsin, was sentenced in January 2025 to 45 months in federal prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine. • Craig C. Gates, 48, Wausau, Wisconsin, was sentenced in January 2025 to 106 months in federal prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, for possessing cocaine intended for distribution and possessing a loaded firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. • Tommie L. Haney, 46, Wisconsin, was sentenced in February 2025 to 14 years in federal prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, for conspiring to distribute 500 grams or more of both methamphetamine and cocaine. • Edwin Lewis, 44, Chicago, Illinois, was sentenced in March 2025 to 12 years in federal prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, for conspiring to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and cocaine. • Johntay L. Johnson, 41, Wausau, Wisconsin, was