CHARLESTON, W.Va. – In a shocking turn of events, Antoine Maurice Brown, 32, of Charleston, West Virginia, pleaded guilty to distribution of heroin in federal court. The 32-year-old’s guilty plea was announced by United States Attorney Booth Goodwin.
The 32-year-old’s guilty plea comes as part of an ongoing effort to combat the illicit sale and misuse of prescription drugs and heroin in the Southern District of West Virginia. Brown faces up to 20 years in federal prison and a $1 million fine when he is sentenced on February 17, 2016.
The investigation of this case was conducted by the Metropolitan Drug Enforcement Network Team. The Metropolitan Drug Enforcement Network Team’s tireless efforts have led to numerous arrests and convictions, taking a significant bite out of the local heroin trade.
The impact of heroin distribution on local communities cannot be overstated. The devastating effects of heroin addiction can be seen in the streets, schools, and homes of Charleston and surrounding areas. The guilty plea of Antoine Maurice Brown is a significant step towards reducing the presence of heroin in the community and bringing hope to those affected by this deadly drug.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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