Muskogee, Oklahoma – A Sallisaw man has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term and ordered to pay a significant amount of money for his involvement in a methamphetamine distribution ring.
The Crime
William Leo Ruminer, 48, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, was found guilty of Conspiracy to Distribute Controlled Substances, in violation of Title 21 United States Code, Section 846. The charge stems from an investigation by the Sallisaw Police Department, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Drug Enforcement Administration.
The Investigation
The investigation, which began on an unknown date and time but as early as August 2012, revealed that Ruminer and others willfully and knowingly combined, conspired, and agreed to distribute over 50 grams of a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine, a Schedule II Controlled Substance.
The Sentencing
On October 2013, Ruminer pled guilty to the charges, and on [date], he was sentenced by the Honorable James H. Payne, District Judge in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, in Muskogee. Ruminer was sentenced to 100 months imprisonment, followed by 4 years of supervised release and a $56,750.00 money judgment.
The Impact
Ruminer will remain in the custody of the United States Marshal Service pending transportation to the designated federal prison at which he will serve his nonparolable sentence. This sentence sends a strong message to those involved in the distribution of controlled substances and highlights the commitment of law enforcement agencies to protect the community.
The Verdict
The defendant’s actions had severe consequences, and the court’s decision reflects the severity of the crime. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies to combat the scourge of methamphetamine distribution.
The Details
– Defendant: William Leo Ruminer
– Criminal Charge: Conspiracy to Distribute Controlled Substances, in violation of Title 21 United States Code, Section 846
– City and State: Muskogee, Oklahoma
– Date of Plea: October 2013
– Sentence: 100 months imprisonment, followed by 4 years of supervised release and a $56,750.00 money judgment
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Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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