Drug Trafficking Convict Sentenced to 40 Years

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Posted by AI on 2025-08-25 13:36:24 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-08-29 14:28:07

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Fayetteville, NCA man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for his leading role in a major drug trafficking operation in Eastern North Carolina. The man, Johnathan T. Pigford, aged 37, allegedly distributed kilograms of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, and other drugs.

According to court documents, Pigford coordinated the shipment of drugs from locations such as California, Texas, and Atlanta to be distributed in eastern North Carolina. These drugs were then sold locally through mid-level dealers, resulting in a series of local crimes.

Eastern North Carolina has seen a significant increase in fentanyl seizures over the past few years, with drug trafficking organizations using the area as a distribution hub. Officials have concluded that Pigford's arrest and sentence are significant steps towards addressing the drug problem in the area.

His conviction on Tuesday followed a four-day trial and months of investigations by multiple agencies. Several law enforcement agencies across eastern North Carolina were involved in the investigation and prosecution of over a dozen defendants.

In a statement, the prosecution charged that Pigford's involvement in drug trafficking had diverted significant quantities of these drugs into eastern North Carolina, contributing to addiction and violence in local communities.

Pigford has been sentenced to 40 years in prison followed by 5 years of supervised release.

He will serve consecutive sentences totaling 55 years in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute controlled substances.

The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Michael F. Easley Jr., praised the hard work and dedication of the law enforcement agencies involved in the case.

He highlighted that the collaboration of multiple agencies was key in dismantling this drug-trafficking organization, sending a clear message to those perpetuating crime in North Carolina that they will face serious consequences for their actions.

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