'Additional Crime, Means Additional Time:' FCI-Greenville Inmate Sentenced To More Prison Time For Possessing Contraband

EAST ST. LOUIS — A federal judge has extended the prison sentence of Raekwon M. Patton, 27, by 24 months after he pleaded guilty to possessing a makeshift weapon at the Federal Correctional Institution in Greenville, Illinois.

On June 29, 2024, a correctional officer at FCI-Greenville conducted a pat search on Patton and found a sharp, pointed piece of metal about 7.5 inches long, attached to a wooden handle wrapped in black cord, concealed in his waistband. At the time, Patton was serving a 300-month sentence at the facility.

Patton admitted to one count of possession of contraband in prison. The investigation was led by the FBI Springfield, with prosecution handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney David Dean.

“For the inmates who didn’t learn the first time, let us be clear — additional crime means additional time,” said U.S. Attorney Steven D. Weinhoeft. “Inmates in possession of weapons put correctional officers, prison staff, other inmates and themselves at risk, and this criminal conduct will lead to additional prison time.”

Christopher J.S. Johnson, FBI Springfield Special Agent in Charge, emphasized the dangers of contraband in correctional facilities.

“Contraband possession presents an unacceptable risk to everyone in a prison facility,” he said. “We commend the hard work of the correctional officers whose diligence led to the discovery of the makeshift weapon. This outcome clearly demonstrates that further criminal activity will only result in further incarceration.”

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