Executive Summary
Laws and Precedent
Five men have been indicted on federal drug trafficking and firearm offenses following an investigation into an Orlando smoke shop, Smoke Break Productions, which allegedly operated as a marketplace for illegal narcotics and weapons. U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announced the charges on Thursday, September 11, 2025, stemming from a probe into activities occurring between November 2024 and August 2025. The indictment names Angel Luis Carrasquillo, Rogelio Vidal Jr., Andrew Abbott, Jahmil Lally, and Christopher Alonnzo, all from the Orlando area or nearby Brooksville.
Operation Details
Court documents allege that Angel Luis Carrasquillo, 42, of Orlando, operated Smoke Break Productions as a hub for illicit activities. He and his co-defendants are accused of distributing both narcotics and firearms to various individuals from the smoke shop location. This operation highlights a significant effort by federal authorities to dismantle local illicit marketplaces.
Charges and Penalties
The indictment details multiple charges against the defendants. Carrasquillo, 42, Rogelio Vidal Jr., 30, and Andrew Abbott, 35, all face charges of drug trafficking conspiracy, with maximum penalties of 20 years in prison each. Carrasquillo is also specifically charged with two counts of drug trafficking, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and using or carrying a firearm in a drug trafficking crime, which carries a sentence of five years to life.
Jahmil Lally, 29, and Christopher Alonnzo, 23, both of Orlando, are each charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. These charges carry a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison for each count. It is important to note that an indictment is merely a formal charge, and every defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Investigation and Prosecution
The investigation leading to these indictments was conducted jointly by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant United States Attorney Noah P. Dorman will prosecute the case. The collaborative effort underscores the commitment of federal and local agencies to combat violent crime.
Broader Context: Operation Take Back America
This case is part of “Operation Take Back America,” a nationwide Department of Justice initiative. The operation aims to leverage full federal resources to address illegal immigration, eliminate cartels and transnational criminal organizations, and enhance community safety by targeting violent crime perpetrators. It streamlines efforts originally outlined under the Department’s Project Safe Neighborhoods.
The federal indictment of five individuals linked to Smoke Break Productions signals a continued crackdown on illicit drug and firearm distribution networks in Central Florida. This action, under the umbrella of “Operation Take Back America,” demonstrates the Department of Justice’s commitment to disrupting criminal enterprises and protecting communities from violent crime.
