Enfield man indicted for cocaine trafficking charges

An Enfield man has been indicted for cocaine trafficking. Rahkeem Blakely, 34, pleaded not guilty in federal court in Hartford, Connecticut, on Wednesday. He has been in jail since his arrest in September 2024. On September 12, 2024, Enfield police searched Blakely's home. They found five handguns, ammunition, and about $73,000 in cash. The police also searched safety deposit boxes at a Springfield bank linked to Blakely, where they discovered over $280,000 in cash. Blakley's indictment was issued on February 13, 2025. He faces charges of possession with intent to distribute cocaine, which could result in up to 20 years in prison. The authorities are also seeking to forfeit the firearms and cash seized during the investigation. The federal Drug Enforcement Administration and local police are leading the investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Geoffrey M. Stone is managing the prosecution.