Oshae Hamilton, Heroin Possession with Intent to Distribute, West Virginia 2018

Huntington, West Virginia resident, Oshae Hamilton, has been caught red-handed in a massive heroin operation, as he pled guilty to a federal drug charge. The charges stem from an investigation by the Huntington Police Department, which uncovered approximately 60 grams of heroin in Hamilton’s residence on June 27, 2018.

According to the plea agreement, Hamilton admitted to officers that he intended to sell the heroin found in his home. This admission has sealed his fate, as he now faces up to twenty years in federal prison when he is sentenced on March 25, 2019.

United States Attorney Mike Stuart, who handled the prosecution, commended the strategic efforts of the Huntington Police Department and West Virginia Parole Services. It appears that this partnership has paid off, as their work will undoubtedly prevent a number of crimes from happening in the future.

Huntington Police Department’s thorough investigation and the hard work of West Virginia Parole Services have sent a clear message to those involved in the heroin trade: Huntington, West Virginia will not be a haven for your illicit activities. The city’s residents can rest easy knowing that their law enforcement agencies are working tirelessly to keep their community safe.

Assistant United States Attorney Stephanie S. Taylor handled the prosecution in this case. It is clear that the U.S. Attorney’s office is committed to bringing those responsible for heroin distribution to justice, and it is heartening to see the fruits of their labor in this case.

Oshae Hamilton, 25, of Huntington, West Virginia, has been charged with possession with the intent to distribute heroin. The crime occurred on June 27, 2018, when West Virginia Parole Services and the Huntington Police Department located the heroin in his residence.

With his guilty plea, Hamilton is facing a maximum of twenty years in federal prison. The sentencing is set for March 25, 2019, and it remains to be seen how long he will spend behind bars. One thing is certain, however: Oshae Hamilton will be held accountable for his actions, and the people of Huntington, West Virginia can rest easy knowing that justice has been served.