Nice and chunky': Feds arrest man in San Jose over $120,000 meth deal
Briefly

John Van Vo was arrested in the South Bay for arranging a significant methamphetamine deal involving 200 pounds for $120,000 with a DEA informant. He faces serious charges of conspiracy to distribute over 500 grams of methamphetamine in New Jersey, which could result in a minimum sentence of 10 years and a maximum of life in prison. The planned smuggling operation would take the drugs outside the United States, although the complaint does not specify the target country. Vo has been allowed to remain out of custody temporarily during the proceedings.
John Van Vo was arrested on charges of conspiracy to distribute over 500 grams of methamphetamine, which can lead to 10 years to life in prison.
Vo arranged to purchase about 200 pounds of methamphetamine for $120,000 from a confidential DEA source and sought images of the drugs.
The investigation indicates Vo's plan involved smuggling the drugs out of the United States, although the destination country was not disclosed.
Court records reveal Vo is currently facing charges in New Jersey and appeared in federal court in San Jose before being granted temporary release.
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