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Huntington Woman Pleads Guilty to Aiding Meth Sale
A 20-year-old Huntington woman has pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting the distribution of methamphetamine in a federal court in Huntington, West Virginia. Casey Marie Porter, 20, entered her guilty plea to the federal drug crime, as announced by United States Attorney Mike Stuart.
According to court documents, Porter helped set up a methamphetamine sale on January 31, 2018. A confidential informant called Porter to arrange the purchase of methamphetamine, and Porter told the informant that the purchase could be made at her residence. The informant then went to Porter’s residence, where another individual distributed 15 grams of methamphetamine in exchange for $350.
Porter was arrested on February 2, 2018, after a search warrant was executed at her residence. Additional quantities of methamphetamine and heroin were seized during the search. As part of her plea agreement, Porter admitted to assisting the other individual in distributing methamphetamine and heroin in the Huntington area.
United States Attorney Mike Stuart commended the investigative efforts of the Cabell County Sheriff’s Department. ‘The example of the tragicness of the drug epidemic,’ Stuart said. ‘A 20-year-old girl voluntarily pleading to aiding and abetting, being a distributor of the poisons of death. It’s sad. It’s very sad. But this is a serious crime and we’ll deal with it seriously.’
Porter faces up to 20 years in federal prison when she is sentenced on January 7, 2019. Assistant United States Attorney Joseph F. Adams is responsible for the prosecution. The plea hearing was held before United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers.
The plea serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic in West Virginia. As the state continues to grapple with the crisis, law enforcement agencies and prosecutors are working tirelessly to hold those responsible accountable for their crimes.
Porter’s case is a prime example of the importance of community cooperation in combating the opioid epidemic. The Cabell County Sheriff’s Department’s investigation was instrumental in bringing Porter to justice, and their efforts are a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies in West Virginia.
The sentencing of Porter is scheduled for January 7, 2019. The Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this case as more information becomes available.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking|White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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