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Meridian Man Sentenced for Narcotics Possession
Hattiesburg, MS – In a federal court, Joseph Brown, 38, of Meridian, Mississippi, has been sentenced to 78 months in prison for possession of narcotics. The U.S. District Judge Keith Starrett handed down the sentence, which is followed by five years of supervised release.
Brown was also ordered to pay a fine of $10,000 and forfeit a Norinco 7.62.39mm SKS rifle. The case was investigated by the Lamar County Sheriff’s Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Annette Williams prosecuted the case. The 78-month prison sentence is a stern reminder of the consequences of engaging in narcotics-related crimes.
According to U.S. Attorney Gregory K. Davis, the sentence sends a strong message that narcotics-related crimes will not be tolerated. The investigation was a collaborative effort between local and federal law enforcement agencies.
Joseph Brown’s sentencing serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement. If you have any information regarding narcotics-related crimes, contact your local authorities immediately.
Meanwhile, if you believe you have been a victim of fraud from a person or an organization soliciting relief funds on behalf of storm victims, contact the National Center for Disaster Fraud toll-free at (866) 720-5721, or fax information to (225) 334-4707, or e-mail it to disaster@leo.gov.
The National Center for Disaster Fraud works to ensure that victims of federal crimes are treated with compassion, fairness, and respect. The center also offers training and seminars for federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to combat various crimes, including narcotics trafficking, fraud, and exploitation of children.
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Key Facts
- State: Mississippi
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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