A Jackson County man has made headlines in the fight against methamphetamine after pleading guilty to conspiracy to manufacture the highly addictive substance. Leslie Blaine Clover, a 48-year-old resident of Desoto, Illinois, was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine in the United States District Court in Benton.
The crime took place between June 2012 and January 28, 2013, in both Jackson and Randolph Counties. According to the plea hearing, Clover provided pseudoephedrine pills for methamphetamine cooks and assisted in cleaning up methamphetamine labs after cooks. He also acted as a look-out while co-conspirators stole materials needed to manufacture methamphetamine.
Clover is currently being held without bond pending a October 3, 2013, sentencing hearing. At that time, Clover faces up to 20 years’ imprisonment, a $1,000,000 fine, and 3 years of supervised release. Co-defendant Crystal D. Kellems has previously pled guilty to her role in the methamphetamine offense.
The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Murphysboro Police Department, and Randolph County Sheriff’s Office. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Amanda A. Robertson.
The people of Illinois are breathing a sigh of relief as the authorities close in on those responsible for manufacturing methamphetamine in the state. This guilty plea is a major step forward in the fight against the scourge of methamphetamine, and it serves as a reminder that those who engage in this activity will face serious consequences.
The full weight of the law will be brought down on Clover when he appears in court for sentencing. His actions have put countless lives at risk, and he now faces the very real possibility of spending the next 20 years behind bars. This is a stark reminder that the production and distribution of methamphetamine will not be tolerated in Illinois.
Mandatory Facts: Defendant’s full name: Leslie Blaine Clover; Exact criminal charges: conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine; City and state: Desoto, Illinois; Exact date: June 6, 2013; Sentence or outcome: up to 20 years’ imprisonment, a $1,000,000 fine, and 3 years of supervised release.
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Key Facts
- State: Illinois
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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