Martel Scott, a 35-year-old resident of South Bend, Indiana, has been sentenced to over 16 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing more than 500 grams of methamphetamine. The sentence was handed down by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty.
Authorities reported that Scott sold methamphetamine on four separate occasions between July and October 2024 in both South Bend and Mishawaka. At the time of his arrest, law enforcement discovered about five pounds of methamphetamine at his home and seized more than $200,000 from a storage unit he controlled.
“Martel Scott distributed substantial quantities of methamphetamine—a drug that has caused grave harm throughout northern Indiana,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Proctor. “Due to the dogged efforts of federal, state, and local law enforcement, Scott was brought to justice. His case shows that those who enrich themselves by distributing harmful drugs will suffer serious consequences.”
The investigation involved cooperation among multiple agencies: the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Indiana State Police, South Bend Police Department, and St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department. The prosecution was led by Assistant United States Attorney and Acting Criminal Division Chief Joseph P. Falvey.
Scott will also serve five years under supervised release following his prison term.
