Davenport Man Sentenced to 250 Months in Prison Related to a Methamphetamine Distribution Conspiracy

DAVENPORT, IA – A Davenport man was sentenced on September 19, 2023, to over twenty years in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute over 50 grams of methamphetamine and for distribution of over 50 grams of methamphetamine.

According to public court documents, and evidence presented at sentencing, Shawn Eric Durrah Jr., 33, was identified through a law enforcement investigation as an individual who was distributing large quantities of methamphetamine in and around the Quad Cities Metro Area for several years. The investigation revealed that Durrah was involved in a drug trafficking organization that was distributing methamphetamine, fentanyl, and marijuana. During the time that Durrah was involved in the drug conspiracy, he possessed and sold guns to others.

After completing his term of imprisonment, Durrah will be required to serve five years of supervised release. There is no parole in the federal system.

United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. This case was investigated by the Davenport Police Department.