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Destinee Fate Rowe, a 27-year-old woman from Wolf Point, Montana, was dealing methamphetamine out of motel rooms in Billings. In January 2026, she pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Rowe’s meth trafficking operation was uncovered after an informant tipped off law enforcement, leading to searches of her rooms at the Vegas Hotel and the Econo Lodge, where over 3 ounces of meth were found.
Rowe’s crimes were committed while she was on probation with the state of Montana. The investigation, conducted by the ATF and the Billings Police Department, revealed that Rowe was selling methamphetamine from her motel rooms. The searches of her rooms and vehicle turned up evidence of her crimes, including over 3 ounces of meth.
On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge William W. Mercer sentenced Rowe to 4 years and 8 months in prison, followed by 4 years of supervised release. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Thomas Godfrey. The sentence reflects the seriousness of Rowe’s crimes and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat meth trafficking in Montana.
The methamphetamine epidemic continues to plague communities across Montana, and cases like Rowe’s highlight the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies to disrupt and dismantle trafficking operations. The ATF and the Billings Police Department worked together to bring Rowe to justice, and their efforts have made a significant impact in the fight against meth trafficking.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Drug Trafficking
- Defendant: Montana
- Location: MT
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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