Emmitt Renand Richardson, 53, was sentenced to 275 months in prison for leading a drug trafficking organization that sold methamphetamine and fentanyl in Harrison County, West Virginia. The sentence is a significant blow to the organization and a major victory for law enforcement in the region. Richardson's conviction and sentence demonstrate the serious consequences of engaging in drug trafficking activities.
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Media Coverage · April 28, 2026
Emmitt Renand Richardson, a 53-year-old man from Detroit, Michigan, was sentenced to 275 months in prison for leading a drug trafficking organization that sold methamphetamine and fentanyl in Harrison County, West Virginia. This sentence is a result of a federal investigation and prosecution. Richardson's sentence is significant due to the severity of the crimes he committed.
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Felon Sentenced to More than 22 Years for Selling Dangerous Drugs in North Central West Virginia
Media Coverage · Apr 28, 2026
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Emmitt Renand Richardson, a 53-year-old man from Detroit, Michigan, was sentenced to 275 months in prison for leading a drug trafficking organization that sold methamphetamine and fentanyl in Harrison County, West Virginia. This sentence is a result of a federal investigation and prosecution. Richardson's sentence is significant due to the severity of the crimes he committed.
A Detroit, Michigan man has been sentenced for leading a drug trafficking organization, selling methamphetamine and fentanyl in Harrison County, West Virginia, announced U.S. Attorney Matthew L. Harvey. Emmitt Renand …
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