Bralyn Wadlington has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. This announcement was made by Jonathan D. Ross, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas. The sentence was delivered on May 7, 2025, by United States District Judge Brian S. Miller.
Wadlington, aged 28 and a resident of Little Rock, pleaded guilty to the charge on January 22, 2025. In addition to his prison term, he will also serve five years of supervised release. His indictment by a federal grand jury occurred on June 4, 2024, which included charges for possession with intent to distribute at least 50 grams of methamphetamine and cocaine, being a felon in possession of a firearm, and possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking.
The case began on May 29, 2024, when an Arkansas State Police trooper stopped Wadlington's vehicle for speeding. Wadlington fled the scene at high speed but was eventually apprehended after colliding with another vehicle and attempting to flee on foot. During the incident's aftermath, troopers discovered approximately 446.6 grams of methamphetamine and a firearm inside his car.
Wadlington's sentencing was influenced by his status as a career offender due to multiple prior convictions including residential burglary and various drug-related offenses. There is no parole available in the federal system.
The investigation involved the Drug Enforcement Administration with support from the Arkansas State Police and prosecution led by Assistant United States Attorney Katie Hinojosa.