SIOUX CITY, Iowa — A Johnston man was sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison for leading a methamphetamine distribution operation in Fort Dodge.
William Rondell Lashawn Smith, 44, pleaded guilty in April to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, three counts of distribution of methamphetamine and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. U.S. District Court Judge Leonard T. Strand handed down the 152-month sentence.
Evidence showed Smith was involved in a conspiracy that distributed more than 14 kilograms of methamphetamine in the Fort Dodge area from January 2023 through February 2024. On three occasions in February 2024, Smith distributed over 2 ½ pounds of methamphetamine to someone cooperating with law enforcement…