Ex-Maryland trooper who used Facebook to sell informant’s identity to drug dealer for $1,500 learns

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Ex-Maryland trooper who used Facebook to sell informant’s identity to drug dealer for $1,500 learns fate

THE BALTIMORE BANNER
Dylan Segelbaum
6/5/2025

Justin Riggs, 35, of Smithsburg, had pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to three counts, including bribery
A former Maryland State Police corporal who created a burner Facebook account, reached out to a drug dealer and sold him the identity of a confidential informant for $1,500, was ordered on Thursday to serve six years in federal prison.

U.S. District Judge Stephanie A. Gallagher sentenced Justin Riggs, 35, of Smithsburg, on three counts, including bribery. He must also spend three years on supervised release.

“Mr. Riggs, I know this is a slightly longer sentence than you wanted,” said Gallagher, who noted the seriousness of the crime. “I certainly hope that you’re able to use this time productively.”

Gallagher brought up the level of support that Riggs has from his family members. She said she believed that he still had a lot to offer the community.

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[GtHawk]

Exactly what community does he still have a lot to offer to, the drug community?