Solomon Cottrill, Methamphetamine Distribution, West Virginia 2017
A Salem man has been brought to justice for his role in a methamphetamine distribution operation, which took place in Harrison County in 2017. Solomon Cottrill, 32, has admitted to selling methamphetamine in November 2017 in Harrison County.
Cottrill's crimes have serious consequences, and he faces up to 20 years incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000,000. The actual sentence will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant.
The investigation into Cottrill's activities was a collaborative effort involving the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Greater Harrison Drug & Violent Crimes Task Force, a HIDTA-funded initiative. The United States Marshal Service also provided assistance during the investigation.
The investigation was funded in part by the federal Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force Program (OCDETF). This program provides critical federal funding and coordination that allows federal and state agencies to work together to identify, investigate, and prosecute major interstate and international drug trafficking organizations and other criminal enterprises.
Cottrill's actions are a stark reminder of the dangers of drug trafficking and the importance of working together to combat this issue. The case serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement agencies in West Virginia.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael Aloi presided over the case.
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 →