Mikayla Lanay Johnson, 27, of Huntington, has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison for her role in the distribution of fentanyl and cocaine base, also known as “crack.”
According to court documents and statements made in court, on March 11, 2024, Johnson sold approximately 4 grams of crack and 4.5 grams of fentanyl to a confidential informant. Johnson admitted to the transaction, to arranging it beforehand, and to conducting it at her Huntington residence.
The sentence was imposed by United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers, following an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cabell County Sheriff’s Office. Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston commended the work of the investigative agencies and announced the sentencing.
Assistant United States Attorney Stephanie Taylor prosecuted the case, which resulted in Johnson being sentenced to one year and one day in prison, to be followed by four years of supervised release. The sentence reflects the seriousness of Johnson’s crimes and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat the distribution of illicit substances in West Virginia.
A copy of the press release regarding Johnson’s sentencing can be found on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia. Related court documents and information can be found on PACER by searching for Case No. 3:24-cr-150.
The sentencing of Mikayla Johnson serves as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in the distribution of illicit substances. The investigation and prosecution of such cases are crucial in the efforts to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic and other drug-related crimes in West Virginia.
In recent years, West Virginia has seen a significant increase in the distribution and use of fentanyl and other illicit substances. The state has been at the forefront of the national opioid epidemic, with many communities struggling to cope with the consequences of addiction and overdose. The work of law enforcement agencies, such as the FBI and the Cabell County Sheriff’s Office, is critical in addressing this issue and bringing those responsible to justice.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: Official Source ↗
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