Vicki Allred, a 41-year-old resident of Science Hill, Kentucky, was sentenced on April 2 to 60 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking. The sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge Robert Wier.
The case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address armed drug trafficking offenses in the region.
According to her plea agreement, Allred was found on April 23, 2024, with more than 50 grams of methamphetamine intended for distribution. During a search at her residence and a box trailer on her property, officers recovered over 280 grams of methamphetamine packaged for sale, plastic bags, digital scales, and multiple firearms including a pistol found alongside drugs and scales in a lockbox. Additional weapons such as a rifle with loaded magazines and a shotgun were also discovered. Allred admitted that she kept the firearms for protection related to drug trafficking activities.
Under federal law, Allred is required to serve at least 85 percent of her sentence before becoming eligible for release. After completing her prison term, she will be subject to four years of supervision by the U.S. Probation Office.
Jason Parman, First Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Kentucky, and Olivia Olson from the FBI’s Louisville Field Office announced the sentencing jointly. The investigation was conducted by the FBI and prosecution is being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Pearce Nesbitt.
This case underscores continued law enforcement efforts targeting armed narcotics offenses within local communities.
