Roland Man Buries Meth, Gets 6 Years

MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA – Christopher Ray Amundson, 39, of Roland, Oklahoma, is headed to federal prison for six years after a search of his property unearthed a substantial stash of methamphetamine. Amundson was sentenced to 72 months for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, a charge stemming from a June 2023 raid.

The bust, a joint operation between the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sequoyah County Sheriff’s Office, revealed nearly half a pound of methamphetamine buried in Amundson’s backyard. Investigators acted on a search warrant, turning up the drugs hidden on the Roland property. The amount seized indicates Amundson wasn’t just a user; he was moving weight.

Amundson pleaded guilty to the charge on January 15, 2025, effectively ending any pretense of a trial. The plea suggests a lack of viable defense, or a calculated move to lessen potential penalties. Regardless, the court wasn’t swayed. The Eastern District of Oklahoma has made it clear it will come down hard on those profiting from the spread of this poison.

Chief Judge Ronald A. White, presiding over the sentencing hearing, showed no leniency. The sentence handed down – 72 months – is non-paroleable, meaning Amundson will serve the full term. He’s now in the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, awaiting transport to a Bureau of Prisons facility. Expect a rough ride.

Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jacob R. Parker and Richard J. Lorenz successfully prosecuted the case, building a solid case based on the evidence seized during the search. Their work underscores the commitment of federal authorities to dismantling drug networks operating within Oklahoma. This isn’t just about taking down one man; it’s about disrupting the supply chain.

The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case, and others like it, as the Eastern District of Oklahoma works to combat the ongoing drug crisis. This sentence sends a message: burying your problems – and your product – won’t save you from federal justice. The streets of Oklahoma are a little bit cleaner, but the fight is far from over.