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Manitowoc Today
By the People, for the People
Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Role in Wisconsin's Largest Fentanyl Pill Seizure
Trevor Hock was one of three suspects involved in the record-breaking drug bust in Manitowoc County.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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Trevor Hock, 35, of Arizona was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in what authorities described as the largest fentanyl pill seizure in Wisconsin history. In January 2025, a search of a vehicle driven by Hock and two other suspects uncovered 43.2 pounds of fentanyl pills disguised as prescription medication, with an estimated street value of $5.8 million.
Why it matters
Fentanyl has become a major public health crisis across the United States, with overdoses spiking in recent years. This record-breaking seizure in Manitowoc County highlights the scale of the fentanyl trade and the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to disrupt drug trafficking networks and keep dangerous synthetic opioids off the streets.
The details
Hock was one of three suspects arrested as part of the investigation. Along with Hock, Dylan Hock was sentenced to 10 years in prison, while Jose Gamez is still awaiting trial. The massive stash of fentanyl pills was discovered during a January 2025 search of the suspects' vehicle, which was transporting the drugs for distribution in Northeast Wisconsin.
- In January 2025, authorities seized 43.2 pounds of fentanyl pills during a search of the suspects' vehicle.
- On February 10, 2026, Trevor Hock was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in the drug trafficking operation.
The players
Trevor Hock
A 35-year-old Arizona resident who was convicted of fentanyl delivery and sentenced to 15 years in prison for his involvement in the largest fentanyl pill seizure in Wisconsin history.
Dylan Hock
One of the three suspects arrested as part of the investigation, who was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Jose Gamez
One of the three suspects arrested as part of the investigation, who is currently awaiting trial.
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on the sentencing for the remaining suspect, Jose Gamez, who is still awaiting trial.
The takeaway
This record-breaking fentanyl seizure underscores the urgent need to combat the opioid crisis and disrupt drug trafficking networks that are fueling the rise in overdoses across the country. The lengthy prison sentences handed down to the suspects involved serve as a strong deterrent to others engaged in the illicit fentanyl trade.
