Muskogee, Oklahoma – In a shocking turn of events, a local man has been brought to justice for his role in distributing cocaine in the community.
Ralph Tyrone Caruthers, a 49-year-old resident of Muskogee, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to 35 months imprisonment, followed by 2 years of supervised release, for his involvement in Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine, in violation of Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(C).
The investigation into Caruthers’ activities began in earnest when the Muskogee Police Department and the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics launched a joint operation to crack down on local cocaine sales. The defendant was indicted in August 2014 and pled guilty in January 2015.
According to court documents, on or about July 8, 2014, within the Eastern District of Oklahoma, the defendant did knowingly and intentionally possess with intent to distribute a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of cocaine, a Schedule II Controlled Substance.
The Honorable James H. Payne, District Judge in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, presided over the hearing. The defendant will remain in the custody of the United States Marshal Service pending transportation to the designated federal prison at which he will serve his nonparolable sentence.
Assistant United States Attorney Shannon Henson represented the United States in the case.
The sentence handed down to Caruthers serves as a stern reminder of the severe consequences of engaging in illicit activities. As the community continues to grapple with the fallout of substance abuse, it is essential that those responsible for perpetuating this cycle are held accountable.
Defendant Information:
Defendant: Ralph Tyrone Caruthers
Age: 49
City and State: Muskogee, Oklahoma
Date: August 2014 (Indictment), January 2015 (Plea), and July 8, 2014 (Crime Date)
Sentence: 35 months imprisonment, followed by 2 years of supervised release
Criminal Charges: Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine, in violation of Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(C)
Case Outcome: Defendant sentenced to 35 months imprisonment, followed by 2 years of supervised release.
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Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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