James Curtis Jones, Distribution of Heroin and Fentanyl in Proximity to a Protected Location, West Virginia 2020

A shocking case of fentanyl trafficking has come to light in West Virginia. James Curtis Jones, a 25-year-old resident of Clarksburg, has admitted to selling heroin and fentanyl near Emmanuel Christian School in May 2020 in Harrison County.

Jones pleaded guilty to one count of ‘Distribution of Heroin and Fentanyl in Proximity to a Protected Location’ before U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael Aloi. This disturbing incident has left many in the community outraged and worried about the safety of local children.

The case was investigated by the Greater Harrison Drug Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative. Assistant U.S. Attorney Brandon S. Flower is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government. Jones now faces a bleak future, with a sentence of at least one year and up to 40 years of incarceration hanging over his head. He also faces a fine of up to $2,000,000.

Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant. This means that Jones’s sentence could be significantly shorter or longer, depending on various factors.

The crime of distributing heroin and fentanyl in proximity to a protected location is a serious offense, and Jones’s actions have caused concern for the safety of the local community. The fact that he was selling these highly addictive and dangerous substances near a school only adds to the severity of the situation.

Jones’s guilty plea is a significant blow to his future, and he will now face the consequences of his actions. The people of Harrison County can rest a little easier knowing that justice is being served, but the incident is a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle against fentanyl trafficking in our country.

In the end, Jones’s fate will be decided by the courts, but one thing is certain – his actions have had serious consequences for the people of Harrison County.

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