Huntington Meth Dealer Tyson Davis II Gets Nine Years

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Tyson Davis II, 28, of Huntington, is headed to federal prison after being sentenced to nine years for peddling methamphetamine. The sentence, handed down today, also includes three years of supervised release, a small consolation for a man caught deep in the drug trade.

Federal prosecutors laid out a damning case, detailing two transactions in November 2021. Court records show Davis sold approximately 52 grams of methamphetamine to a confidential informant on November 8th, inside a vehicle parked on the 1600 block of Doulton Avenue. Just a week prior, on November 3rd, he’d already moved another 27 grams to the same informant, further cementing his role as a distributor.

But the meth deals were just the tip of the iceberg. A subsequent search on November 9th turned up a far more dangerous haul. Law enforcement raided Davis’ vehicle and his residence on Fourth Street West, seizing a staggering 399 grams of fentanyl – enough to kill thousands – along with a loaded Glock 9mm pistol. Davis confessed to possessing the fentanyl with full intent to distribute it, adding another layer of severity to his crimes.

“This sentence sends a clear message,” stated United States Attorney Will Thompson. “Those who flood our communities with poison and arm themselves to facilitate their criminal activity will face the full force of federal law.” The investigation was a collaborative effort between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cabell County Sheriff’s Office, showcasing the importance of interagency cooperation in tackling drug trafficking.

United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers imposed the sentence, while Assistant United States Attorney Joseph F. Adams skillfully prosecuted the case. The Grimy Times has confirmed that details of the case are publicly available on the U.S. Attorney’s Office website for the Southern District of West Virginia, and can be accessed through PACER under Case No. 3:21-cr-241. This isn’t just a statistic; it’s a stark reminder of the relentless grip of fentanyl and methamphetamine on the streets of Huntington.

Davis’s nine-year sentence barely scratches the surface of the damage he inflicted. While he sits behind bars, the ripple effects of his actions will continue to plague the community. The Grimy Times will continue to monitor federal cases like this, holding those responsible accountable and shining a light on the dark underbelly of crime.