Boone County Man Sentenced for Methamphetamine Trafficking
A Boone County man has been sentenced to 174 months in prison for his role in a methamphetamine trafficking operation.
Timothy Estep, 174 months, was sentenced on Friday by U.S. District Judge David Bunning for distribution of methamphetamine and possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine.
According to court documents, in October 2023, law enforcement used a confidential informant to purchase 12.7 grams of methamphetamine from Estep.
Law enforcement attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but Estep fled, driving into the oncoming lane of traffic. Several days later, law enforcement took Estep into custody when he arrived for a second controlled purchase.
During the second purchase, law enforcement found 13.8 grams of methamphetamine on Estep and an imitation revolver in his vehicle. Estep admitted that he knowingly distributed methamphetamine during the first controlled purchase and that he intended to distribute methamphetamine during the second.
Under federal law, Estep must serve 85 percent of his prison sentence. Upon his release from prison, he will be under the supervision of the U.S. Probation Office for three years.
The investigation was conducted by the DEA and the Northern Kentucky Drug Strike Force. Assistant U.S. Attorney Drew Spievack prosecuted the case on behalf of the United States.
This case is a prime example of the ongoing battle against methamphetamine trafficking in our community. We will continue to work tirelessly to bring those responsible to justice and keep our streets safe.
Defendant: Timothy Estep
Criminal Charges: Distribution of methamphetamine and possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine
City and State: Covington, Ky.
Exact Date: Friday (no exact date specified)
Sentence: 174 months in prison
Notes: Estep must serve 85 percent of his prison sentence and will be under the supervision of the U.S. Probation Office for three years.
Key Facts
- State: Kentucky
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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