A Theodore man has been sentenced to 121 months in prison for his involvement in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy. Howard Leon Crum, Jr., aged 54, was found guilty of selling methamphetamine to confidential informants on two occasions, once in January and again in March 2022. These transactions led narcotics agents to secure warrants to search Crum’s residence in Theodore.

During the search, authorities discovered additional methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and cell phones. The phones contained extensive communications with coconspirators about drug transactions. In an interview with agents, Crum admitted he acted as a "middleman" in the drug trade, purchasing large quantities of methamphetamine for redistribution to higher-level dealers.

U.S. District Judge Kristi K. DuBose imposed the prison sentence along with a five-year supervised release period following incarceration. During this time, Crum will undergo drug testing and treatment as well as mental health treatment. No fine was levied; however, Judge DuBose ordered him to pay $100 in special assessments.

The case was announced by U.S. Attorney Sean P. Costello of the Southern District of Alabama. The investigation involved Homeland Security Investigations, the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office, and the Mobile Police Department.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Justin Roller prosecuted the case on behalf of the United States.