Charles P. Hendricks, Drug Conspiracy, Oklahoma 2019

Muskogee, Oklahoma - In a shocking turn of events, Charles P. Hendricks, 32, of McAlester, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to a drug conspiracy charge in the Eastern District of Oklahoma.

According to the indictment, Hendricks knowingly and intentionally combined with others to commit offenses against the United States, specifically the distribution of 500 grams or more of a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine, a Schedule II controlled substance.

The charges against Hendricks stem from an investigation by the Tahlequah Police Department, the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office, the Sequoyah County Sheriff's Office, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

Hendricks faces a sentence of not less than 10 years and not more than life imprisonment, a fine up to $10,000,000.00, or both. The Honorable Steven P. Shreder, U.S. Magistrate Judge in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, accepted the plea and ordered the completion of a presentence investigation report.

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

This case is a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle against drug trafficking in our communities. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates on the outcome.

Mandatory Facts:

Defendant: Charles P. Hendricks

Criminal Charges: Drug Conspiracy, violation of Title 21, United States Code, Sections 846

City and State: Muskogee, Oklahoma

Date: April 2017 to June 26, 2019

Sentence: Not less than 10 years and not more than life imprisonment, a fine up to $10,000,000.00, or both

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edok/pr/mcalester-man-pleads-guilty-drug-conspiracy-1