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Johnathan D. Long Sentenced to 144 Months in Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking
A Williamson County man has been sentenced to federal prison for his involvement in a methamphetamine trafficking ring, authorities announced today.
Johnathan D. Long, 41, of Johnston City, was sentenced to 144 months of imprisonment, followed by four years of supervised release, for his role in the conspiracy to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine. The offenses occurred between December 2016 and January 23, 2017, in Williamson County, Illinois.
According to evidence presented at the plea and sentence hearings, Long was involved with co-defendant Julian Rodriguez and others in the distribution of ice, a type of methamphetamine with a purity level of at least 80%. On January 20, 2017, Long sold ice to a confidential source working for law enforcement, and at the time of the sale, he was armed with a firearm.
When agents executed a search warrant at the Johnson City residence of Long and Rodriguez, they recovered multiple firearms, over 200 grams of ice, cannabis, and a large amount of U.S. currency. At sentencing, the judge found that Long was responsible for the distribution of approximately 907 grams of ice.
Long received a sentencing enhancement for maintaining a residence for the distribution of drugs. Co-defendant Rodriguez was previously sentenced to 188 months of imprisonment for his involvement in the methamphetamine and firearm offenses.
The investigation was conducted by the Southern Illinois Enforcement Group and the Drug Enforcement Administration. The Williamson County States Attorney’s Offices also assisted in the investigation.
The case highlights the ongoing struggle against methamphetamine trafficking in Southern Illinois. Law enforcement agencies are working tirelessly to disrupt and dismantle these operations, bringing those responsible to justice.
Johnathan D. Long’s sentencing serves as a reminder of the severe consequences of engaging in methamphetamine trafficking. The community can expect continued efforts from law enforcement to combat this deadly and destructive drug.
Key Facts
- State: Illinois
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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