A 40-year-old Richmond drug trafficker has been sentenced to 20 years in prison following his conviction for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
Montrio Santos Neville, 40, was sentenced on February 27, 2024, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Neville was convicted of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, charges that carry a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
The charges against Neville stem from an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Birmingham Police Department.
Neville’s sentencing is a result of his conviction, which was handed down by U.S. District Court Judge R. Austin Huffaker Jr. on February 27, 2024.
The case against Neville is a reminder of the serious consequences that those who engage in federal drug and firearms crimes will face.
As a convicted felon, Neville was prohibited from possessing a firearm, and his possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute is a serious offense that carries significant penalties.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama commends the FBI and the Birmingham Police Department for their hard work and dedication in bringing Neville to justice.
Neville’s sentencing is a significant blow to those who engage in federal drug and firearms crimes, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of community policing and the need for law enforcement to work together to keep our communities safe.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama will continue to work tirelessly to prosecute those who engage in federal crimes and to keep our communities safe.
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Key Facts
- State: Alabama
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Weapons
- Source: Official Source â†â€â€ÂÂÂ
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