On January 27, 2026, Wesley Anderson, a 46-year-old from Lakeland, was sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
The sentencing, handed down by U.S. District Judge Kathryn Mizelle, follows a 2024 bust that began somewhat unexpectedly at a local hotel.
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- The Arrest: On January 4, 2024, Anderson was arrested outside of a Lakeland hotel on an unrelated warrant.
- The Discovery: Following the arrest, the hotel manager asked officers to clear Anderson’s room. Inside, police found a customer waiting for Anderson to return so they could purchase drugs.
- Evidence Seized: A subsequent search of the hotel room uncovered a backpack containing over 1,300 grams (1.3 kilograms) of…