Corey Skiles, Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Trafficking, Kentucky 2024

A shocking case of methamphetamine and fentanyl trafficking has come to an end in Morehead, Kentucky. Corey Skiles, a 34-year-old man, was sentenced to 160 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute 500 grams of methamphetamine and 40 grams or more of fentanyl.

According to his plea agreement, on September 28, 2024, law enforcement received information that Skiles planned to transport a large quantity of controlled substances to Perry County. A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle driven by Skiles, resulting in the seizure of 776 grams of methamphetamine, 57.34 grams of fentanyl, digital scales, and $1,483 in cash.

Under federal law, Skiles must serve 85 percent of his prison sentence. Upon his release from prison, he will be under the supervision of the U.S. Probation Office for five years.

Jason Parman, First Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Kentucky, and Olivia Olson, Special Agent in Charge, FBI, Louisville Field Office, jointly announced the sentence.

The investigation was conducted by the FBI. Assistant U.S. Attorney Justin Blankenship is prosecuting the case on behalf of the United States.

Corey Skiles, whose full name is , faces the harsh reality of a 160-month prison sentence. He was found guilty of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl, a serious offense that has severe consequences.

The case serves as a reminder of the severe penalties for those involved in drug trafficking. The community can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that Skiles will be held accountable for his actions.

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