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A Deadly Prescription: Woman Sentenced for Oxymorphone Distribution
A 29-year-old woman from Westmoreland County, Virginia, has been sentenced to six years in prison for possession with intent to distribute Oxymorphone, a powerful opioid.
Kali Rose Provost, 29, was sentenced on Tuesday by U.S. District Judge M. Hannah Lauck. According to court documents, Provost obtained 90 Oxymorphone pills and 45 Oxycodone pills on September 6, 2017, with a valid prescription. However, she later offered to sell some of the pills to a friend and distributed them to him that same evening.
Tragically, the friend, identified as John Hile, died in the early morning hours of September 7, 2017, due to Oxymorphone toxicity. An investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Virginia State Police, and the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office led to Provost’s arrest and conviction.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Olivia L. Norman. U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia G. Zachary Terwilliger, DEA Acting Special Agent in Charge Scott W. Hoernke, Virginia State Police Superintendent Colonel Gary T. Settle, and Westmoreland County Sheriff C.O. Balderson announced the sentencing.
The sentence is a stark reminder of the dangers of opioid addiction and the devastating consequences of distributing these deadly substances. As the opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the country, law enforcement and prosecutors are working tirelessly to hold accountable those who contribute to this crisis.
The case highlights the importance of vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies in preventing the distribution of illicit substances. The U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to prioritize cases involving opioid trafficking and work to bring those responsible to justice.
The public is encouraged to report any information related to opioid trafficking to the authorities. Together, we can work towards a safer and healthier community for all.
Key Facts
- State: Virginia
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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