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Wakpala Meth Kingpin Sentenced to 37 Months
A 27-year-old Wakpala man has been sentenced to 37 months of imprisonment for his role in a methamphetamine distribution ring, according to the United States Attorney for the District of South Dakota. Dustin Swimmer was sentenced on May 13, 2013, by U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann.
Swimmer was convicted of Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance after being indicted by a federal grand jury on February 14, 2012. He pleaded guilty to a Superseding Information on January 3, 2013. The charge stems from an incident in 2011 in which Swimmer knowingly and intentionally possessed methamphetamine, a Schedule II controlled substance, and assisted in its distribution.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Kathryn N. Rich prosecuted the case, which was investigated by the Northern Plains Safe Trails Drug Enforcement Task Force.
As part of his sentence, Swimmer was also ordered to pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. He was immediately turned over to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.
The case against Swimmer is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by methamphetamine and the importance of law enforcement’s efforts to combat drug trafficking in our communities. Methamphetamine is a highly addictive and destructive substance that can have devastating consequences for individuals and families.
As our community continues to grapple with the issues surrounding methamphetamine, it is clear that those who engage in this type of criminal activity will be held accountable. The sentence handed down to Dustin Swimmer is a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement and prosecutors who are working tirelessly to keep our communities safe.
We urge anyone with information about methamphetamine trafficking or distribution to come forward and report it to the authorities. Together, we can work towards a safer and healthier community for all.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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