Local Man Sentenced for Drug Distribution Charge
WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – A 46-year-old man from Moundsville has been sentenced to 33 months in prison for his role in a cocaine distribution scheme.
Ronald Lee Shaw, also known as ‘Fuzz,’ pleaded guilty to one count of ‘Distribution of Cocaine within 1,000 Feet of a Protected Location’ in September 2017. Shaw admitted to selling cocaine near Riverview Towers in Wheeling on April 18, 2017.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen L. Vogrin. The Ohio Valley Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative, investigated the matter.
U.S. District Judge John Preston Bailey presided over the sentencing hearing.
The sentencing of Ronald Lee Shaw brings an end to a case that has been ongoing for several years. Shaw’s involvement in the cocaine distribution scheme has been a concern for local law enforcement and community leaders.
The Ohio Valley Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force has worked tirelessly to combat the issue of drug trafficking in the region. The task force’s efforts have led to the arrest and prosecution of numerous individuals involved in the trade.
Ronald Lee Shaw’s sentencing serves as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in illegal activities. The community can rest assured that those who break the law will be held accountable.
Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
ðŸâ€Â’ Get the grimiest stories delivered weekly. Subscribe free →
MORE FEDERAL CRIME NEWS
Drug TraffickingDrug TraffickingDrug TraffickingDrug Trafficking