A Madison, Illinois man has been sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for his role in distributing crack cocaine in the area. Herman Smith, Jr., 50, was found guilty of two counts of Distribution of a Controlled Substance in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois.
According to court documents, on July 15, 2014, a person working with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives met up with Smith in Madison, Illinois, and purchased 56.7 grams of a substance containing cocaine base, commonly known as crack-cocaine. Just a month later, on August 5, 2014, the same individual met up with Smith again and made another purchase of 56.7 grams of a substance containing cocaine base, commonly known as crack-cocaine.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. Assistant United States Attorney Laura Reppert prosecuted the case, securing a guilty verdict and a lengthy sentence for Smith.
As part of his sentence, Smith was ordered to pay a $400 fine, a $200 Special Assessment, and to forfeit his interest in a firearm found in his apartment, U.S. Currency found in his apartment, and a motorcycle.
Smith’s sentence serves as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in illicit activities and the commitment of law enforcement to keeping our communities safe. The case is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the ATF and the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of Illinois.
The sentence was handed down by a federal judge, bringing a sense of closure to the community and a renewed focus on combating crime in the area. As the Grimy Times continues to report on local crime, we will keep a close eye on this case and any developments that may arise in the future.
In related news, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives has stated that they will continue to work tirelessly to combat the distribution of crack cocaine and other illicit substances in the community.
Herman Smith Jr. is now a convicted felon, facing the harsh realities of his actions. The Grimy Times will continue to report on this and other local crime stories, keeping the public informed and holding those in power accountable.
Key Facts
- State: Illinois
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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