MISSOULA, MT – A ruthless drug trafficker has been handed a severe punishment for his relentless spread of deadly fentanyl in Missoula. Dustin William Slaney, 44, of Tacoma, Washington, was sentenced to four years in federal prison, with an additional five years of supervised release following his conviction on charges of possession with intent to distribute controlled substances.
Slaney, a notorious figure in the Missoula drug scene from January 2021 through December 2022, was caught with over 3,000 fentanyl pills within a mere 60-day span. Authorities also uncovered evidence that he possessed 10,000 fentanyl pills and half a pound of methamphetamine. His downfall came in December 2022 when a Montana state search warrant led to the recovery of substantial amounts of drugs, drug paraphernalia, firearms, and cash.
The sentencing was handed down by U.S. District Judge Dana L. Christensen, who presided over the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Tara J. Elliott was instrumental in the prosecution, with support from the FBI’s Montana Regional Violent Crime Task Force and the Missoula Police Department. The investigation revealed Slaney’s role as a key player in bringing drugs from Spokane to Missoula for redistribution.
This case is a testament to Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a comprehensive strategy aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence across all levels of law enforcement. Launched on May 26, 2021, PSN focuses on fostering community trust, supporting local organizations that prevent violence, setting strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the outcomes.
Slaney’s sentence sends a stark message to those who would peddle death in our communities, ensuring that he will no longer pose a threat. His conviction underscores the unwavering commitment of law enforcement to protect the citizens of Missoula from the scourge of drug trafficking.
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Key Facts
- State: Montana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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