Ohio Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Distribution in Huntington, W.Va.

Huntington, W.Va. – The grim saga of drug trafficking in West Virginia took a turn today as Terry James Cox, 40, from Columbus, Ohio, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.

Cox’s downward spiral began on November 30, 2023, when law enforcement officers pulled over his vehicle in Huntington. According to court documents and statements made in court, Cox admitted to carrying a staggering 5.4 grams of the highly addictive substance, along with a loaded revolver, ammunition, and digital scales – all pointing towards his sinister intent.

The consequences are severe for Cox. Scheduled for sentencing on September 23, 2024, he faces up to 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a $1 million fine for his crime.

In a statement, United States Attorney Will Thompson praised the hard work of the Huntington Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), whose relentless pursuit of justice led to Cox’s downfall.

United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers presided over the hearing, with Assistant United States Attorney Owen Reynolds leading the prosecution against Cox. Those seeking more information on this case can find it on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia and through PACER by searching for Case No. 3:24-cr-4.

This is a stark reminder of the relentless fight against drug trafficking in our communities, and the dedication of law enforcement agencies to keep our streets safe.