Robert Pulliam, Marijuana Manufacturing, Indiana 2013

South Bend, IN - In a shocking turn of events, Robert Pulliam, 52, of New Carlisle, has pleaded guilty to manufacturing marijuana. The charges against him were filed as a result of an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration. According to sources, Pulliam faces sentencing on July 31, 2013.

Pulliam's guilty plea was accepted by Magistrate Judge Christopher Nuechterlein, who has recommended that the district court accept the plea. Parties have 10 days to object to the magistrate judge's recommendation. Assistant United States Attorney Frank Schaffer is prosecuting the case.

Manufacturing marijuana is a serious offense, and those convicted can face severe penalties. Pulliam's case serves as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in illicit activities. As a community, we must come together to prevent such crimes from occurring in the future.

The investigation into Pulliam's activities was led by the Drug Enforcement Administration. Assistant United States Attorney Frank Schaffer is handling the prosecution. We will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.

In related news, two other individuals have been sentenced for their roles in separate cases. Dale Hite, 27, of Plymouth, Indiana, was sentenced to 63 months in prison and 25 years of supervised release for his role in a methamphetamine conspiracy. Shawn Lunsford, 35, of Peru, Indiana, was sentenced to 63 months in prison and 25 years of supervised release for possession of child pornography.

The sentences handed down in these cases serve as a reminder of the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions. We will continue to report on these cases and provide updates as more information becomes available.

As a community, we must work together to prevent such crimes from occurring in the future. By doing so, we can create a safer and more just society for all.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndin/pr/week-review-south-bend-70