Haji Abdul Satar Abdul Manaf, 59, received a 30-year prison sentence for attempting to import heroin into the U.S., narco-terrorism benefiting the Taliban and Haqqani Network, and witness tampering.
Manaf conspired to distribute heroin in New York City, using the profits to fund violent extremist groups.
While in custody, Manaf directed his family in Afghanistan to kidnap and threaten a DEA source who had testified against him, showcasing his efforts to obstruct justice.
