Philippi man sentenced for federal drug charge

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CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – Matthew Scott Mayle, age 37, of Philippi, West Virginia, was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.

According to court documents and statements made in court, Mayle sold methamphetamine to an undercover officer on two separate occasions.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Brandon Flower prosecuted the case on behalf of the government.

The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

Chief U.S. District Judge Thomas S. Kleeh presided.

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