Galen Flowers, Methamphetamine Possession, West Virginia 2022

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Kanawha County man has been brought to justice for his role in a large-scale methamphetamine operation. Galen Flowers, 40, of St. Albans, pleaded guilty today to possession with intent to distribute 5 grams or more of methamphetamine.

The crime was uncovered on May 6, 2022 when the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) executed a federal search warrant at Flowers’ St. Albans home and an adjoining property. Agents seized over 1,300 grams of actual methamphetamine, as well as quantities of other controlled substances, including fentanyl. Additionally, 21 firearms and a stolen, loaded Glock 17 9mm semi-automatic pistol were seized during the search.

Flowers is scheduled to be sentenced on November 29, 2022 and faces a mandatory minimum period of five years imprisonment and up to 40 years in prison, as well as at least four years of supervised release and a $5,000,000 fine.

United States Attorney Will Thompson commended the investigative work of the DEA, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office in bringing Flowers to justice.

Galen Flowers’ case is a prime example of the ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic in West Virginia. The seizure of over 1,300 grams of methamphetamine and 21 firearms is a significant blow to the illicit drug trade in the area.

Flowers’ plea agreement is a significant step towards holding those responsible for the distribution of illicit substances accountable for their actions. The case serves as a warning to others involved in the trafficking of methamphetamine and other controlled substances.

In related news, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia has a dedicated webpage for the latest news and information on ongoing investigations and prosecutions related to the opioid epidemic.

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