WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – The grim streets of Marshall County were hit with a significant blow as Christopher M. Delauder, 27, from Moundsville, was slammed with federal charges for distributing marijuana. United States Attorney William J. Ihlenfeld, II, dropped the hammer today in Clarksburg.
Back in April 2016, it’s alleged that Delauder unloaded a substantial quantity of green gold within Marshall County borders. Now, he stands accused of not one but two serious counts: conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and actual distribution of cannabis.
This isn’t just any arrest; the charges carry a heavy sentence. If convicted, Delauder could be facing up to five years behind bars and a fine reaching $1,000,000 for each offense—a staggering sum by any measure. The severity of his sentence will depend on the specifics of the case and any criminal history he may have.
The man prosecuting this case is Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen L. Vogrin, who’s working tirelessly to ensure justice is served. Delauder’s comeuppance is being pursued with the help of the Marshall County Drug and Violent Crime Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative that’s serious about cracking down on drug activity in the area.
Despite the charges, it’s worth noting that an indictment is just an accusation, and until proven guilty, Christopher M. Delauder is presumed innocent by the court system.
The gritty streets of Marshall County are watching closely as this federal case unfolds, with hopes that justice will be swift and severe for those who peddle illegal substances in their midst.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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