Stephen C. Crawford, Manslaughter and Assault, West Virginia 2024

Local Inmate Sentenced to 188 Months in Prison for Fellow Inmate’s Death

Clarksville, West Virginia – In a shocking turn of events, Stephen C. Crawford, a 45-year-old inmate, was sentenced to 188 months in prison for the death of a fellow inmate at the United States Penitentiary Hazelton.

Crawford, who was 45 at the time of his sentencing, was found guilty by a jury in December 2023 of assault of voluntary manslaughter, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily harm. Court documents and statements made in court revealed that Crawford used a handmade weapon to stab another inmate multiple times, resulting in the inmate’s death.

Crawford’s sentencing is a result of a lengthy investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Brandon Flower and Andrew Cogar prosecuted the case on behalf of the government, with Chief U.S. District Judge Thomas S. Kleeh presiding over the case.

Crawford’s sentence will also include three years of supervised release following his prison term. This harsh punishment is a warning to inmates who engage in violent behavior within correctional facilities.

The case serves as a reminder of the dangers and consequences of violent behavior within these institutions. Inmates who engage in such actions must face the full weight of the law, and this sentence is a testament to that.

As the Grimy Times continues to investigate and report on crime stories, we will keep our readers informed of any updates or developments in this case.

**Mandatory Facts:**

**Defendant/Respondent Name:** Stephen C. Crawford

**Criminal Charges:** Assault of Voluntary Manslaughter, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Harm

**City and State:** Clarksville, West Virginia

**Date:** December 2023 (sentencing), not specified (crime date)

**Sentence:** 188 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release

**Dollar Amounts:** None

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