MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA – Frank William Shouse, 69, of Eufaula, Oklahoma, is looking at a potential two-decade stretch behind bars after admitting to peddling methamphetamine. Shouse entered a guilty plea today to one count of Distribution of Methamphetamine, and one count of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, both serious federal felonies.
According to court documents, the feds allege Shouse knowingly and intentionally distributed the highly addictive drug on August 21, 2025. Less than a week later, on August 29, 2025, he was again accused of knowingly possessing methamphetamine with the clear intent to sell it – turning a profit off the misery of others.
This wasn’t a solo operation. The bust was the result of a joint investigation spearheaded by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), backed by the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics, and local law enforcement from the Pittsburg and McIntosh County Sheriff’s Offices. The District 18 District Attorney’s Office also contributed to the case, signaling a coordinated effort to clean up the streets.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Gerald L. Jackson accepted Shouse’s plea and has ordered a thorough presentence investigation report. This report will delve into Shouse’s background and criminal history, providing the sentencing judge with a comprehensive picture before a final decision is made. Don’t expect a slap on the wrist; both charges carry a maximum sentence of up to 20 years in federal prison.
Shouse isn’t going anywhere soon. He’s currently in the custody of the United States Marshals Service, cooling his heels while awaiting sentencing. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jordan Howanitz handled the prosecution, building a solid case that ultimately led to Shouse’s admission of guilt. This case serves as a stark reminder that dealing poison won’t pay – eventually, the law catches up.
The U.S. District Court will determine the final sentence, carefully weighing the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other relevant statutory factors. While a plea doesn’t guarantee leniency, it does spare the court a trial and potentially allows for a more streamlined process. But for Shouse, the game is over. He’s traded freedom for a likely future spent locked down.
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Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: Official Source ↗
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