Two Pleaded Guilty in Federal Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
Daniel Lydon and Michael Myrick entered guilty pleas in U.S. District Court regarding a drug distribution scheme.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Drug Crime
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Daniel Lydon and Michael Myrick have pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking conspiracy charges in Portland. The two defendants were involved in an operation that distributed drugs sourced from a Massachusetts supplier.
Why it matters
The guilty pleas represent a significant development in a federal investigation into a multi-defendant drug conspiracy operating in Maine. Federal prosecutors continue to pursue cases against remaining co-defendants linked to the same distribution network.
Daniel Lydon and Michael Myrick entered guilty pleas in federal court, with Lydon facing a mandatory minimum of 10 years and Myrick a minimum of 5 years. Other defendants, including Peter Call and Cassandra Smith, remain under indictment.
The players
Daniel Lydon
He is a defendant who pleaded guilty to his role in a federal drug trafficking conspiracy.
Michael Myrick
He is a defendant who pleaded guilty after using his residence in South Portland to distribute illegal substances.
Maximo Pepin
He was previously sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for his involvement in the drug conspiracy.
Peter Call
He remains an indicted co-defendant awaiting a change of plea hearing in federal court.
The details
Lydon was arrested in November 2024 with over 100 grams of methamphetamine, 700 grams of fentanyl powder, and $4,000 in cash. Investigations revealed that Myrick used his South Portland residence to facilitate drug distribution from a Massachusetts supplier.
Timeline
May 2024 through April 2025: The conspiracy operation timeframe.
November 2024: Law enforcement officers arrested Daniel Lydon.
May 7, 2026: Maximo Pepin was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
September 28, 2026: Daniel Lydon and Michael Myrick pleaded guilty.
Legal Context
These guilty pleas follow the pattern set by the sentencing of Maximo Pepin in a related federal drug prosecution. The ongoing legal proceedings against remaining co-defendants suggest a broader, multi-layered crackdown on distribution networks in the region.
The federal prosecution of this drug network aims to dismantle local distribution points that have impacted South Portland and surrounding areas. Residents can monitor federal court dockets for further updates as cases against remaining co-defendants proceed.
The takeaway
The successful prosecution of these individuals highlights the intensive federal effort to disrupt regional drug trafficking chains originating from out-of-state suppliers. Continued cooperation among law enforcement agencies remains a primary tool for securing convictions in these complex federal cases.
What happens next
Remaining indicted co-defendants, including Peter Call, Cassandra Smith, and Nicholas Porter, are scheduled for upcoming change of plea hearings. Additionally, Lydon and Myrick await sentencing following the completion of their presentence investigative reports.
Further reading
For more information on similar cases, visit the drug-crime section.
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