Josh Weinstein
Unknown (post-conviction)
Miami Connection
Weinstein's activities centered in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, contributing to the illegal distribution of tens of millions of commonly abused prescription drugs through local wholesaler operations. His role facilitated the flow of opioids to black market channels, exacerbating the opioid crisis in South Florida. The federal case highlighted his direct involvement in schemes impacting the region's public health and leading to enforcement actions against pharmaceutical networks.
About
Joshua Weinstein resided in Miami, in the Southern District of Florida, where he served as President and sales representative at Wholesaler C, a secondary pharmaceutical distributor. He handled accounts like Creative Care, a Houston-area pill mill pharmacy, despite awareness of clear red flags for drug diversion such as metal bars on doors and a sparse customer area designed for quick pickups. Weinstein conspired with others from mid-2017 through October 2019 in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties to unlawfully distribute and dispense controlled substances, including opioids, based on street demand rather than legitimate medical purposes. In 2024, the 50-year-old Miami resident pleaded guilty in the Southern District of Florida to one count of conspiracy to unlawfully distribute and possess with intent to distribute controlled substances. His current professional status post-conviction is unclear, with no recent Miami-based role confirmed.