Carey Ann Trotter, 41, from Crab Orchard, West Virginia, has pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting possession with intent to distribute over 5 grams of methamphetamine. The plea was entered in Beckley, West Virginia.
Court documents reveal that on July 1, 2024, Trotter had approximately 10.51 grams of methamphetamine and 25.95 grams of para-fluorofentanyl in multiple packages. She admitted her intention to use some substances and assist another person in their distribution.
Trotter also confessed to possessing a Glock model 21 .45-caliber pistol, a CBC model 817 .17-caliber rifle, and a high-capacity magazine for .45-caliber ammunition. Federal law prohibits individuals with prior felony convictions from owning firearms or ammunition. Trotter was aware of this restriction due to her previous conviction for delivering oxycodone in Raleigh County Circuit Court on January 3, 2017.
Sentencing is set for November 7, 2025. She faces a mandatory minimum sentence of five years up to a maximum of forty years in prison, at least four years of supervised release, and could be fined up to $5 million.
Her co-defendant Joshua Mason Trotter, aged 44 and also from Crab Orchard, pleaded guilty on May 27, 2025. He admitted being a felon in possession of the same firearms on July 1, 2024. His sentencing is scheduled for September 26, 2025.
Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston announced the plea and praised the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) along with the Raleigh County Sheriff's Office for their investigation.
The hearing was overseen by United States Magistrate Judge Omar J. Aboulhosn while Assistant United States Attorney JC MacCallum is prosecuting the case.
This case falls under Operation Take Back America which aims to combat illegal immigration and eliminate cartels as well as transnational criminal organizations through resources from various Department initiatives including Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN).
Further details can be accessed through the U.S. Attorney’s Office website for the Southern District of West Virginia or by searching Case No. 5:25-cr-22 on PACER.
