MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – In a harsh blow to the local drug trade, Jordan Foster, a 22-year-old from Piedmont, West Virginia, was sentenced to eight months incarceration for his role in distributing cocaine hydrochloride in Mineral County.
The charges against Foster stem from an incident in August 2017, where he was found to have possessed the illicit substance with the intent to distribute it. Foster, in his guilty plea, acknowledged his involvement in the cocaine trade, further solidifying the case against him.
Foster’s sentencing, which took place on an unspecified date, serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of engaging in illicit activities. His guilty plea, entered in March 2018, marked a turning point in the case, paving the way for the eventual sentencing.
The investigation into Foster’s activities was led by the Potomac Highlands Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force, which worked tirelessly to gather evidence and bring the perpetrator to justice. The task force’s dedication to combating the local drug trade is evident in this case, and their efforts are to be commended.
In addition to Foster, Brandon Suter, a 26-year-old from Keyser, West Virginia, was also sentenced in connection with the same incident. Suter, who admitted to aiding and abetting Foster in possessing the cocaine hydrochloride, received a three-year probation sentence.
The sentencing of both Foster and Suter serves as a warning to those involved in the drug trade that law enforcement is actively working to dismantle their operations. The harsh sentences handed down in this case are a testament to the commitment of the authorities to protecting the community and keeping its citizens safe.
The cases against Foster and Suter were prosecuted by Lara Omps-Botteicher, an Assistant U.S. Attorney, who worked tirelessly to ensure that justice was served. The Chief U.S. District Judge Gina M. Groh presided over the sentencing, bringing closure to this chapter in the fight against the local drug trade.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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