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United States of America v. John Ladelle Puryear
Date: 01-12-2026
Case Number: 25-cr-125
Judge: Robert C. Chambers
Court: United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia (Capbell County)
Plaintiff's Attorney: United States District Attorney’s Office in Capbell
Defendant's Attorney:
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On January 16, 2025, law enforcement officers executed a search warrant at John Ladelle Puryear’s apartment in Huntington and seized approximately 299 grams of cocaine, 10 grams of fentanyl and 8 grams of crack, a Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm pistol, a Colt MK IV Series 80 .45-caliber pistol, a Ruger LCF .380-caliber pistol, digital scales and approximately $6,487.
United States Attorney Moore Capito made the announcement and commended the investigative work of the Huntington Violent Crime and Drug Task Force and the Huntington Police Department.
About This Case
What was the outcome of United States of America v. John Ladelle Puryear?
The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to five years in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release.
Which court heard United States of America v. John Ladelle Puryear?
This case was heard in United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia (Capbell County), WV. The presiding judge was Robert C. Chambers.
Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. John Ladelle Puryear?
Plaintiff's attorney: United States District Attorney’s Office in Capbell. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Capbell Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was United States of America v. John Ladelle Puryear decided?
This case was decided on January 12, 2026.