Arturo Jimenez De Los Santos, Methamphetamine Trafficking, West Virginia 2015

Methamphetamine Trafficking Charges in West Virginia

A Kearneysville, West Virginia man has been charged with methamphetamine trafficking in the Eastern Panhandle of the state. Arturo Jimenez De Los Santos, 33, was discovered in possession of crystal methamphetamine in October 2015 in Jefferson County.

De Los Santos pled guilty today to one count of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine. This serious offense carries a sentence of up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $1,000,000. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant.

The investigation into De Los Santos' activities was conducted by the Eastern Panhandle Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative. Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Lara K. Omps-Botteicher, also of the West Virginia Attorney General’s Office, prosecuted the case on behalf of the government.

U.S. Magistrate Judge Robert W. Trumble presided over the hearing. De Los Santos' plea is a significant step in bringing justice to the victims of his crimes.

The case serves as a reminder of the importance of law enforcement and the need for community support in the fight against methamphetamine trafficking. The Eastern Panhandle Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force will continue to work tirelessly to identify and prosecute those who seek to profit from the sale and distribution of illicit substances.

As the investigation and prosecution of De Los Santos' case continue, the community can rest assured that those who break the law will be held accountable. The U.S. Attorney's Office will continue to work closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure that those who engage in methamphetamine trafficking are brought to justice.

In accordance with the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed on De Los Santos will be determined by the court based on the seriousness of the offense and any prior criminal history. The maximum sentence of up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $1,000,000 serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of engaging in methamphetamine trafficking.

The case is a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement agencies in West Virginia. The Eastern Panhandle Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force has been instrumental in identifying and prosecuting those who seek to profit from the sale and distribution of illicit substances.

The community can continue to expect a high level of commitment from law enforcement agencies in the fight against methamphetamine trafficking. The U.S. Attorney's Office will continue to work closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure that those who engage in this serious offense are brought to justice.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndwv/pr/eastern-panhandle-man-pleads-guilty-methamphetamine-trafficking