Mikayla Lanay Johnson, Fentanyl and Cocaine Distribution, West Virginia 2024

A Huntington woman was sentenced to prison for distributing fentanyl and cocaine base, also known as ‘crack’, in a case investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cabell County Sheriff’s Office.

Mikayla Lanay Johnson, 27, of Huntington, was sentenced to one year and one day in prison, to be followed by four years of supervised release, for distribution of fentanyl and cocaine base.

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.

Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston made the announcement and commended the investigative work of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cabell County Sheriff’s Office.

United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers imposed the sentence. Assistant United States Attorney Stephanie Taylor prosecuted the case.

A copy of this press release is located 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.

Mandatory facts: Defendant/respondent Mikayla Lanay Johnson, Exact criminal charges distribution of fentanyl and cocaine base, City and state Huntington, West Virginia, Exact date March 11, 2024, Sentence or outcome one year and one day in prison, followed by four years of supervised release.

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