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Defendant Sentenced to 165 Months in Federal Prison
ELKINS, WEST VIRGINIA – A West Virginia man was handed down a harsh sentence after being convicted of a serious crime. Matthew Logan Frame, 38, of Buckhannon, West Virginia, was sentenced to 165 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute more than five grams of methamphetamine.
According to court documents and statements made in court, officers were called to a gas station in Belington, West Virginia, on a shots fired incident. Officers attempted to stop Frame’s vehicle and he fled. The chase ended in a crash, and Frame was arrested with two bags of methamphetamine in his pockets.
During a search of his vehicle, officers recovered even more methamphetamine and cash. This significant discovery highlights the severity of Frame’s crime and the importance of law enforcement’s efforts to keep communities safe.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen Warner prosecuted the case on behalf of the government. Chief U.S. District Judge Thomas S. Kleeh presided over the case.
The Mountain Region Drug Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative, along with the Barbour County Sheriff’s Office and the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, investigated the case.
Frame will serve five years of supervised release following his prison sentence. This sentence ensures that Frame will face consequences for his actions and have time to reflect on the gravity of his crimes.
Law enforcement agencies across the country are working tirelessly to combat the growing issue of methamphetamine possession and distribution. This case is a testament to their dedication and commitment to keeping communities safe.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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