Oxford, Mississippi – A Winona man was sentenced today to seven years in prison for drug trafficking.
According to court documents, Michael Fleming, 37, previously pled guilty to possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of a mixture and substance containing methamphetamine, a Schedule II controlled substance. This charge carries a mandatory minimum sentence of five years of incarceration. U.S. District Court Judge Glen Davidson sentenced Fleming today to 84 months of incarceration followed by four years of supervised release. Fleming was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals following sentencing.
“This office will continue to work alongside our local, state and federal partners to hold accountable those individuals who seek to profit from selling dangerous drugs in our communities,” said U.S. Attorney Clay Joyner. “If you choose to make money by selling poison to others, find a new profession or face prison.”
“This sentencing is a testament to the outstanding collaboration between all levels of law enforcement with the North Mississippi U.S. Attorney’s Office, Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, and Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office,” said Mississippi Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell. “Through dedication and teamwork, we are making our communities safer and sending a clear message that drug trafficking will not be tolerated in our state.”
This case was investigated by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Robert Mims.
