Former Mingo magistrate arrested on drug charge

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A former Mingo County magistrate is in jail after allegedly trying to sell drugs in his county while out on bond awaiting sentencing in a federal criminal case. 

Dallas Toler was booked Tuesday morning after allegedly selling cocaine last month.

U.S. Attorney Booth Goodwin said Tuesday Dallas Toler, 45, was arrested Monday night for allegedly selling cocaine.

(Read Toler arrest warrant here)

Toler pleaded guilty Dec. 2, 2013, to obtaining a false voter registration application.

Goodwin’s motion said Toler took $850 from an informant Jan. 3 who promised to share drug profits with him.

Toler is currently scheduled to be sentenced on the previous federal conviction March 10.





More News

News
Charleston murder trial begins Thursday with jury selection
Detroit man charged in 2022 shooting death.
April 18, 2024 - 1:09 am
News
Five are sentenced for running drug operation throughout Eastern Panhandle
The operation was based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
April 18, 2024 - 12:00 am
News
Governor reiterates desire for full financial support of West Virginians with disabilities
In recent years West Virginia spent millions of dollars less than was allocated for waiver programs meant to support people with disabilities, instead shifting dollars to expenses like covid-19 testing or contract nursing.
April 17, 2024 - 10:54 pm
Sponsored by WVVA
Addressing the Changing Landscape of Special Education Amid a National Teacher Shortage
April 17, 2024 - 10:00 pm


Your Comments