John Foster, Methamphetamine Trafficking, Mississippi 2018

Hattiesburg Man Sentenced to Almost 17 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking

Hattiesburg, Miss. – John Foster, 42, of Hattiesburg, was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge Keith Starrett to 200 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Foster was also ordered to pay a $5,000 fine.

The sentence was handed down on June 6, 2018, for the crime that occurred on September 19, 2016. On that date, DEA agents utilized a confidential source to purchase 27.8 grams of methamphetamine from Foster for $1,050.

Foster pled guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine on June 6, 2018. The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration and prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Shundral H. Cole.

According to the charges, Foster was found to be in possession of 27.8 grams of methamphetamine, with the intent to distribute it. This is a serious offense, and the sentence reflects the severity of the crime.

The sentence of 200 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, is a significant punishment for Foster’s actions. The $5,000 fine is also a substantial penalty for his role in the methamphetamine trafficking ring.

The Hattiesburg community can breathe a sigh of relief now that John Foster will be serving a lengthy prison sentence for his crimes. This sentence sends a strong message that drug trafficking will not be tolerated in our state.