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Craig M. Perkins, a 55-year-old methamphetamine dealer, was caught with over 4.2 pounds of meth in his home in Howardville, New Madrid County, Missouri, during a search on May 21, 2025. The search, which also uncovered half an ounce of meth and 36 rounds of ammunition in his vehicle, was the culmination of an investigation that began with seven purchases of meth from two of his suppliers. Perkins, who has been dealing meth in the area since at least 2002, pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine in March. His phone records revealed text messages and photos indicative of his drug trafficking activities, including large stacks of cash and firearms.
The investigation was led by the Southeast Missouri Drug Task Force and the Missouri State Highway Patrol, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher Shelton prosecuting the case. A motion filed in July 2025 alleged that Perkins was a major supplier of meth in the area, providing the drug to other dealers who sold it to customers.
Perkins’ guilty plea and subsequent sentencing to 10 years in prison mark a significant blow to methamphetamine trafficking in Southeast Missouri. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat the spread of meth and other illicit substances in the region.
The sentencing of Perkins serves as a reminder of the severe consequences of engaging in drug trafficking activities. With the help of task forces and law enforcement agencies, prosecutors are working to disrupt and dismantle the networks of dealers and suppliers that fuel the methamphetamine trade.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Drug Trafficking
- Defendant: Missouri
- Location: MO
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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