Randall L. Walker, a/k/a ‘Pork Chop,’ and ‘Chop,’ of Marion, Illinois, has been charged with unlawful distribution of methamphetamine and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, according to a federal indictment announced by United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, Steven D. Weinhoeft.
The two-count federal indictment alleges that Walker committed the offenses in November 2018, in Williamson County.
Walker, 39, pleaded not guilty to the charges during his initial appearance in federal court. He was ordered held without bond pending a February 11, 2019, jury trial.
An indictment is a formal charge against a defendant. Under the law, a defendant is presumed to be innocent of a charge until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt to the satisfaction of a jury.
The drug offense carries a maximum penalty of 20 years imprisonment, three years of supervised release, and a fine of $1 million. If convicted, Walker also faces up to 10 years imprisonment, three years of supervised release, and a fine of up to $250,000 on the firearm offense.
The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Marion Police Department. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Williamson County State’s Attorney’s Office also assisted in the investigation.
Randall L. Walker is currently being held without bond pending a jury trial. The charges against him carry significant penalties, including up to 20 years in prison and a fine of $1 million.
Key Facts
- State: Illinois
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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