A Byfield man pleaded guilty in federal court in connection with a large-scale methamphetamine trafficking ring operating across Eastern Massachusetts.
James Adams was one of four people charged in the case. The 43-year-old pleaded guilty Dec. 19 to one count of possession with intent to distribute 50 grams and more of methamphetamine, and one count of conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute 50 grams and more of methamphetamine.
According to prosecutors, Adams was part of a meth distribution ring operated by members and associates of the Unknown Bikers Motorcycle Club.
Investigators used undercover agents to purchase methamphetamine from Adams and his co-conspirators in 2023, prosecutors said. Authorities seized 10 pounds of meth and four firearms over the course of the investigation.
The other three people charged in connection with the case — James Snow of Tewksbury, Danielle Steenbruggen of Peabody and Daniel Loughman of Wakefield — have already pleaded guilty, prosecutors said.
The charges against Adams could carry a sentence of at least 10 years and up to life in prison, according to authorities. Steenbruggen pleaded guilty in August 2025 and was sentenced to 93 months in prison.
Adams and the other two co-conspirators are awaiting sentencing.
