Terry Headen Sentenced

Terry Headen, 48, of Welch, has been sentenced to five years in prison for possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. The sentence, which will be followed by five years of supervised release, was imposed by Senior United States District Judge David A. Faber.

According to court documents and statements made in court, on November 10, 2021, Headen sold an amount of a controlled substance represented to be heroin to a confidential informant in Havaco. Headen admitted that he possessed an AR-15 style semiautomatic rifle during the drug transaction.

The investigation was conducted by the Southern Regional Drug and Violent Crime Unit, and the case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Andrew D. Isabell. United States Attorney Will Thompson commended the investigative work of the unit and announced the sentencing.

The sentencing of Terry Headen is a significant step in the fight against drug trafficking and gun crimes in West Virginia. The possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime is a serious offense, and the sentence reflects the severity of the crime.

Headen’s case was heard in the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, and the sentence was imposed after a thorough review of the evidence and the applicable law. The case is a reminder of the importance of enforcing federal gun laws and the need to hold individuals accountable for their actions.

A copy of the press release related to this case can be found on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia. Related court documents and information can be found on PACER by searching for Case No. 1:22-cr-177. The sentencing of Terry Headen serves as a warning to those who would engage in similar criminal activity, and it demonstrates the commitment of law enforcement to protecting the community from drug trafficking and gun crimes.

The Southern Regional Drug and Violent Crime Unit is a valuable resource in the fight against drug trafficking and violent crime in West Virginia. The unit’s investigative work and the prosecution of cases like Terry Headen’s are essential to keeping the community safe and holding individuals accountable for their actions. The sentencing of Terry Headen is a testament to the effectiveness of the unit and the importance of its work.