James Arther Williams, Cocaine Possession with Intent, Mississippi 2019
Meridian Man Sentenced to 37 Months in Prison for Cocaine Possession
In a shocking turn of events, a Meridian man has been sentenced to 37 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine. James Arther Williams, 71, was found in possession of crack cocaine at his residence on August 28, 2019, during the execution of a search warrant by officers of the Meridian Police Department.
The investigation into this case was conducted by the Meridian Police Department and the FBI. Assistant U.S. Attorney Charles W. Kirkham prosecuted the case.
According to court documents, Williams was found in possession of crack cocaine, which he intended to sell. This arrest is a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle against narcotics trafficking in our community.
As part of the joint federal, state, and local Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Program, this case is being prosecuted as part of the Department's violent crime reduction efforts. PSN is an evidence-based program proven to be effective at reducing violent crime. Through PSN, a broad spectrum of stakeholders work together to identify the most pressing violent crime problems in the community and develop comprehensive solutions to address them.
Williams' sentence marks a significant victory for law enforcement and a warning to those involved in narcotics trafficking. The Meridian Police Department and the FBI are committed to keeping our community safe and will continue to work tirelessly to bring those responsible for narcotics trafficking to justice.
The Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Program is a joint federal, state, and local initiative aimed at reducing violent crime. The program focuses enforcement efforts on the most violent offenders and partners with locally based prevention and reentry programs for lasting reductions in crime.
The case against James Arther Williams is a prime example of the success of the PSN Program. We will continue to work together to ensure that our community remains safe and free from narcotics trafficking.
Defendant Information: James Arther Williams, 71, was sentenced to 37 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine. The crime occurred on August 28, 2019, in Meridian, Mississippi. The sentence was handed down on [no date provided].
Criminal Charges: Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine
City and State: Meridian, Mississippi
Exact Date: August 28, 2019
Sentence: 3 years and 1 month in prison
Key Facts
- State: Mississippi
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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