Amber Lynn Brake, Heroin Distribution, Oklahoma 2014

**HEROIN TRAFFICKER PLEADS GUILTY IN OKLAHOMA COURT**

Muskogee, Oklahoma – In a shocking turn of events, Amber Lynn Brake, a 24-year-old woman from Springfield, Missouri, has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute heroin in the Eastern District of Oklahoma.

The charges, which carry a minimum sentence of 5 years and a maximum of 40 years in prison, were brought against Brake after an investigation by the Atoka County Sheriff’s Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration.

According to the indictment, on or about December 2, 2014, Brake knowingly and intentionally possessed with intent to distribute 100 grams or more of a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of heroin, a Schedule I controlled substance.

The defendant, who is currently in the custody of the United States Marshal Service, will remain there pending sentencing. A presentence report has been ordered, and sentencing will be scheduled following its completion.

Assistant United States Attorney Shannon Henson represented the United States in this case.

**MANDATORY FACTS**

**Defendant:** Amber Lynn Brake

**Criminal Charges:** Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin (Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(B))

**City and State:** Muskogee, Oklahoma

**Date:** December 2, 2014

**Sentence:** Up to 40 years in prison, a fine of up to $5,000,000, or both

**Dollar Amounts:** $5,000,000

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