WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA — A local man has admitted to selling heroin and fentanyl, putting the lives of countless residents at risk. Kevin Ray Morgan, also known as “Model,” 46, pleaded guilty today to one count of “Distribution of Heroin and Fentanyl” in U.S. District Court.
Morgan’s guilty plea stems from his actions in April 2021, when he distributed heroin and fentanyl in Wetzel County. The case was investigated by the Marshall County Drug Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative, with the assistance of Assistant U.S. Attorney Shawn M. Adkins.
As a result of his plea, Morgan faces up to 20 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000,000. The actual sentence imposed will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant.
The distribution of heroin and fentanyl has ravaged communities across West Virginia, leaving a trail of destruction and heartache in its wake. Morgan’s guilty plea is a significant step towards justice, but it also serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle against the opioid epidemic.
The case was presided over by U.S. Magistrate Judge James P. Mazzone.
While Morgan’s sentence has yet to be determined, one thing is certain: the people of West Virginia will not stand idly by while the scourge of heroin and fentanyl continues to spread. We will continue to shine a light on this critical issue and hold accountable those who perpetuate it.
Kevin Ray Morgan, 46, of Wheeling, West Virginia, is currently awaiting sentencing for his role in distributing heroin and fentanyl in Wetzel County. The crime was committed in April 2021. Morgan faces up to 20 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000,000.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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