BECKLEY, W.Va. – The grim streets of Beckley were again under the spotlight as another dealer faced justice for their poison. Ronald Greer, a 60-year-old from the city, was handed down a 16-month prison sentence followed by a three-year supervised release. Greer’s crime? Distribution of heroin, a hard-hitting charge that put him behind bars.
The drug deal in question unfolded on Adrian Court, where Greer sold his deadly wares to a law enforcement informant. The plea of guilty came back in November 2014, a year-long admission that has now landed him behind bars.
United States Attorney Booth Goodwin had this to say: ‘We are committed to taking down those who deal in the dark market of illegal drugs.’ The sentiment was echoed by Judge Irene C. Berger, who oversaw Greer’s sentencing.
This case wasn’t fought alone. The Beckley/Raleigh County Drug and Violent Crime Task Force played a pivotal role in bringing Greer to justice. Their relentless pursuit of drug dealers is a testament to the ongoing battle against the illicit sale and misuse of prescription drugs and heroin in West Virginia.
The Southern District of West Virginia, under the leadership of the U.S. Attorney’s Office, continues its aggressive stance against illegal pill trafficking and open air drug markets. The community can expect no less as these efforts to curb the spread of pills and heroin across Southern District communities remain unwavering.
This case is a stark reminder of the relentless nature of the drug war being fought in Beckley and beyond. Greer’s sentence serves as a warning to those who would peddle death on our streets: your time is up.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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