A federal jury has found Breon Monte Bellamy, 36, of Lawton, Oklahoma, guilty of distributing fentanyl and engaging in a drug conspiracy. This was announced by U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester.
Bellamy faced charges following a two-count Superseding Indictment on September 4, 2024. He was charged with distribution of fentanyl resulting in death and drug conspiracy resulting in death. After a four-day trial that concluded on January 16, 2025, the jury convicted him of the lesser-included offenses.
The evidence presented during the trial showed that Bellamy sold fentanyl to Reecy Bench, 22, at a casino in Lawton on August 21, 2023. Bench then shared some of the fentanyl with Joanie Wilson, 38. The investigation indicated that this batch was further distributed to another resident of Stephens County who died from fentanyl and methamphetamine toxicity on August 23, 2023. Both Bench and Wilson have admitted guilt to drug conspiracy charges and are awaiting sentencing.
Bellamy could face up to 60 years in federal prison along with a fine of up to $2 million at his sentencing.
The case falls under federal jurisdiction partly because Bench is a Choctaw Nation member and part of the crimes took place within Chickasaw Nation boundaries.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), along with the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office and Lawton Police Department conducted the investigation. This case highlights the DEA's "One Pill Can Kill" campaign aimed at raising awareness about the dangers associated with fentanyl distribution.
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Kaleigh Blackwell and Assistant U.S. Attorney Elizabeth Joynes are handling prosecution duties for this case.
Further details can be accessed through public filings.