Wheeler J. Paavola, a 35-year-old inmate from Spokane, Washington, has been sentenced to six months of imprisonment for possession of contraband inside the federal prison at Greenville, Illinois.
According to the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, Donald S. Boyce, Paavola pleaded guilty to possessing a controlled substance, specifically "K-2," a form of synthetic marijuana, on July 27, 2016, while serving time at the federal prison in Greenville.
The investigation that led to Paavola's arrest and conviction was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, with the case being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Robert L. Garrison.
Paavola's six-month sentence will be served consecutively to his original 2011 sentence of 188 months for possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine. This means that Paavola will have to serve the additional six months after completing his initial sentence.
The sentencing of Paavola highlights the ongoing issue of contraband possession within federal prisons. The possession of controlled substances, such as synthetic marijuana, poses a significant threat to the safety and security of both inmates and prison staff.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Attorney's Office have demonstrated their commitment to addressing this issue through the successful prosecution of Paavola. The sentence handed down to Paavola serves as a warning to other inmates who may be considering engaging in similar activities.
As Paavola begins his additional six-month sentence, it is clear that the authorities will continue to take a strong stance against contraband possession within federal prisons. The case of Wheeler J. Paavola is a prime example of the consequences that inmates can face if they are found to be in possession of controlled substances while serving time.
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Key Facts
- State: Illinois
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: Official Source ↗
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