Akron Man Sentenced for Meth Trafficking Conspiracy

Antonio Guice received over 27 years in federal prison for his role in a large-scale drug operation.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:48pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a small plastic bag containing white crystalline powder, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The harsh flash photography of drug evidence highlights the gritty realities of the ongoing battle against methamphetamine trafficking in Ohio communities.Akron Today

An Akron man was sentenced to 327 months (27.25 years) in federal prison for his involvement in a large-scale conspiracy to sell methamphetamine throughout Summit County and surrounding areas. Antonio Guice, 42, pleaded guilty in November 2025 to charges related to the trafficking of over one pound of meth that was directly linked to him during the investigation.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis and methamphetamine trafficking in Ohio, which has devastated many communities. The lengthy sentence for Guice sends a strong message about the consequences of large-scale drug distribution operations.

The details

Guice was one of over 30 people arrested in September 2025 as part of an ATF-led law enforcement initiative focused on Akron's most violent neighborhoods. Investigators suspected Guice was the source of large amounts of meth being trafficked in the Akron area in August 2025, and were able to directly link him to the sale of over one pound of the drug during the investigation.

  • Guice was arrested in September 2025 as part of a 60-day law enforcement initiative.
  • Guice pleaded guilty to the charges in November 2025.
  • Guice was sentenced to 327 months (27.25 years) in federal prison on April 3, 2026.

The players

Antonio Guice

A 42-year-old Akron resident who was sentenced to over 27 years in federal prison for his role in a large-scale meth trafficking conspiracy.

Department of Justice (DOJ)

The federal agency that prosecuted Guice and announced his sentencing.

ATF Columbus Division's Cleveland Field Office

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives office that led the investigation into the drug trafficking operation.

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The takeaway

This case demonstrates the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the methamphetamine crisis in Ohio, which has devastated many communities. The lengthy prison sentence for Guice underscores the serious consequences for those involved in large-scale drug distribution operations.