A Centralia man has pleaded guilty to an indictment charging him with federal drug and gun charges.
The U.S. attorney says 48-year-old David Herron admitted to conspiracy to distribute and possess methamphetamine and heroin, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. The crimes took place from March 2018 to April 2019.
Court documents revealed Herron was distributing meth and heroin from a residence and a mobile home in Centralia.
A search of his residence revealed over 200 grams of 98 percent pure meth and a loaded firearm. As a convicted felon, Herron is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition.
The conspiracy and drug charges each carry a penalty of 10 years to life in prison. The firearm charge carries a penalty of up to 10 years' in prison.
His sentencing is scheduled for December 19.
