Derek Spurlock, Methamphetamine Charge, Nebraska 2026

Grimy Times has learned that a Lincoln man has been sentenced to 140 months in federal prison for a methamphetamine charge. Derek Spurlock, 38, was found guilty of possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine with one prior conviction for a serious drug felony.

The arrest took place on November 7, 2024, when Spurlock was stopped by law enforcement while carrying a backpack. A search of the backpack revealed 440 grams of methamphetamine, 231 grams of suspected psilocybin mushrooms, two digital scales, syringes, and plastic baggies. Additionally, $341 in U.S. currency was found on his person.

The methamphetamine was sent to the state crime lab and confirmed to contain at least 410 grams of methamphetamine actual. A search warrant was obtained for the hotel room where Spurlock was staying, and authorities found a glass pipe, plastic bags, and a plastic cup with methamphetamine residue.

Spurlock has a prior conviction for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine in Lancaster County District Court, dating back to 2017. This case was investigated by the Lincoln/Lancaster County Narcotics Task Force and the United States Postal Inspection Service.

Upon his release from prison, Spurlock will begin an 8-year term of supervised release. There is no parole in the federal system.

The exact date of the sentencing was January 16, 2026. The case was handled by United States District Judge Susan M. Bazis.

In total, the authorities seized 440 grams of methamphetamine, 231 grams of suspected psilocybin mushrooms, and various other items related to the crime. The total amount of currency seized was $341.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ne/pr/lincoln-man-sentenced-140-months-methamphetamine-charge