EVERETT — Four Everett men were named in a federal indictment Monday for their alleged involvement in a cartel-connected drug distribution ring to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin throughout western Washington, according to a press release.

The four were among 19 indicted in connection with the ring that made deals as far north as Whidbey Island and Arlington and as far south as Tacoma and Lacey, the press release said. The drug traffickers transported narcotics from Mexico via California, sometimes using a semi-truck to bring the drugs up the coast.

Aaron Knapp, 52, and John Hardman, 57, of Everett, were charged with conspiracy and possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute, the release said. Karim Davis, 48, and Alex Phan, 19, of Everett, wer

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