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Micaiah Green, a 31-year-old from Columbia, South Carolina, has been sentenced to over 16 years in federal prison for his role in a massive drug trafficking operation. Between April and June 2024, Green distributed more than 2,000 grams of methamphetamine, 200 grams of fentanyl, and 900 grams of marijuana in the Columbia area. With an extensive history of prior convictions, including burglary, assault, and robbery, Green’s latest offense was committed while he was out on state bond.
Green’s operation was uncovered by agents with the Drug Enforcement Administration, who identified him as a significant supplier of narcotics in the Columbia area. Investigators discovered that Green used various hotel rooms to store and distribute controlled substances, fueling the city’s drug epidemic. His crimes have earned him a lengthy prison sentence, with United States District Judge Sherri Lydon handing down a 200-month prison term, to be followed by five years of court-ordered supervision.
The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Ariyana Gore prosecuting the case. Green’s sentence serves as a warning to other would-be drug traffickers in the area, and highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat the scourge of methamphetamine and fentanyl in South Carolina.
With no parole in the federal system, Green will serve out his entire sentence behind bars. His extensive criminal history and latest offenses have earned him a harsh punishment, and his case will likely serve as a deterrent to others involved in the drug trade.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Drug Trafficking
- Defendant: Fentanyl
- Location: SC
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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