This is an official press release from the U.S. Department of Justice (USAO - Illinois, Southern), published as received.
Ronald R. Springfield, 35, of Paducah, Kentucky, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for
possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Steven D. Weinhoeft announced
today. According to the indictment, the offense occurred on April 30, 2019, in Williamson County.
An indictment is a formal charge against a defendant. Under the law, a defendant is presumed to be
innocent of a charge until proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt to the satisfaction of a jury.
Springfield made his initial appearance in federal court yesterday and pleaded not guilty. He was
ordered held without bond pending a July 19 detention hearing. The charged offense carries a
maximum penalty of up to 20 years imprisonment, 3 years supervised release, and a $1 million fine.
The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Southern Illinois Enforcement Group.
The Energy Police Department assisted in the investigation.
