Edwin Mack Taylor, Distribution of Methamphetamine, West Virginia 2020

A Randolph County man has admitted to selling a highly addictive and destructive substance that ravages communities nationwide.

Edwin Mack Taylor, 54, of Elkins, West Virginia, pleaded guilty today to one count of “Distribution of Methamphetamine,” announced United States Attorney William J. Ihlenfeld, II.

Taylor sold methamphetamine, also known as “crystal meth” and “ice,” in January 2020 in Randolph County, a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle against the scourge of this illicit substance.

Taylor faces up to 20 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000,000, a chilling reminder of the severe consequences of this crime. 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.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen D. Warner is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government, a testament to the tireless efforts of law enforcement to keep our communities safe.

The Mountain Region Drug Task Force investigated the case, a shining example of the collaboration and dedication required to combat the complex and ever-evolving landscape of illicit substances.

U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael John Aloi presided over the proceedings, ensuring that justice was served in this critical case.

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