ELKINS, WEST VIRGINIA – Jonathan Andrew Swiger, of Belington, West Virginia, has admitted to a drug charge, United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld announced.
Swiger, 33, pleaded guilty today to one count of “Possession with Intent to Distribute more than 50 Grams of Methamphetamine.” Swiger admitted to having more than 50 grams of methamphetamine, also known as “crystal meth” and “ice,” in February 2021 in Taylor County.
Swiger faces at least 10 years and up to life incarceration and fine of up to $10,000,000. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed will be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen D. Warner is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Mountain Region Drug Task Force, and the West Virginia State Police investigated.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael John Aloi presided.