Heroin Traffickers Convicted

Heroin trafficking has once again ravaged the streets of Clarksburg, West Virginia, with four individuals convicted of drug trafficking near protected locations. The convictions are a result of a thorough investigation led by the Greater Harrison County Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative.

Robert Crenshaw, also known as “Pops,” 61, of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, admitted to heroin trafficking near a Clarksburg public housing authority facility. He pled guilty to one count of “Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin within 1,000 Feet of a Protected Location.” He faces between one and forty years in prison and a fine of up to $1,000,000.00.

Al-Teric Garrett, 23, of Clarksburg, admitted to heroin trafficking near a Clarksburg playground in December 2014. He pled guilty to one count of “Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin within 1,000 Feet of a Protected Location.” He faces between one and forty years in prison and a fine of up to $2,000,000.00.

Jason Grant, 30, and Whitney M. Golden, 25, both of Clarksburg, admitted to heroin trafficking near a Clarksburg park in December 2014. They each pled guilty to one count of “Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin within 1,000 Feet of a Protected Location – Aiding and Abetting,” for which they each face between one and forty years in prison and a fine of up to $2,000,000.00. Grant also pled guilty to one count of “Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Drug Trafficking Crime,” for which he faces up to between five years and life in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.00.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Shawn Morgan prosecuted the cases on behalf of the government. The convictions are a significant step forward in the fight against heroin trafficking in West Virginia. U.S. District Court Judge Irene M. Keeley presided over the cases.

The convictions of these four individuals serve as a reminder of the severity of heroin trafficking and the importance of holding those responsible accountable. The investigation and prosecution of these cases demonstrate the commitment of law enforcement to protecting the community and combating drug-related crimes.

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