BLUEFIELD, W.Va. – A Bluefield woman, Denise R. Allen, 29, has been sent down the hard road of justice for her involvement in a federal drug crime. Allen was sentenced to five years in prison, to be followed by five years of supervised release, for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine.
The case against Allen began on August 16, 2023, when she and another individual were apprehended at a gun store in Princeton, West Virginia. Following their arrest, Allen and the other individual consented to a search by law enforcement officers of a truck they had rented using a stolen identity. Officers found a staggering 431 grams of methamphetamine, 21 grams of fentanyl, and two Glock 9mm semiautomatic handguns during the search of the rental truck.
Allen’s admission in court that she and the other individual possessed the methamphetamine and fentanyl and intended to distribute it sealed her fate. The evidence against her was overwhelming, and it’s clear that she played a significant role in the trafficking operation.
United States Attorney Will Thompson commended the investigative work of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Southern Regional Drug and Violent Crime Task Force. The task force consists of members from the West Virginia State Police, the Bluefield Police Department, the Princeton Police Department, the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department, the McDowell County Sheriff’s Department, and the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Department.
The sentencing of Allen serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of engaging in federal drug crimes. As the nation grapples with the opioid epidemic, cases like Allen’s highlight the importance of law enforcement efforts in combating the trafficking of illicit substances. The bravery and dedication of the officers involved in this case demonstrate their commitment to keeping our communities safe.
Senior United States District Judge David A. Faber imposed the sentence. Assistant United States Attorney Andrew D. Isabell is prosecuting the case. A copy of this press release is located 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 Nos. 1:23-cr-196.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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