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Midland County jury sentences man to 60 years in prison for meth trafficking
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Tamlyn Price , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The man's prior record played a role in his sentencing.
A man has been given a lengthy prison term in Midland County. The sentence is a result of his involvement in a drug trafficking case. He was found to have sold a significant amount of methamphetamine during a controlled purchase.
The man's prior record played a role in his sentencing. Previous convictions for serious crimes meant he was treated as a repeat offender. This led to a harsher punishment.
Further details about the case can be found through the Midland County District Attorney’s Office. The office has information on the events leading up to the sentencing.
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Category: local Published: July 8, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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