Posted 5/29/23


An Athens man was sentenced to more than 26 years in prison this week on drug trafficking charges.

Eric Bass, 35 pleaded guilty in February 2023 to two counts of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and one count of possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

According to authorities, the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at Bass’ home on October 28th, 2021. In Bass’ bedroom, one pound of methamphetamine and two firearms were found.

Additionally, on March 16th, 2022, Bass was found with a bag containing methamphetamine and a firearm. Officials say Bass attempted to bribe the officers after the methamphetamine was discovered.

U.S. District Court Judge Liles Burke sentenced Bass to 26 years, 8 months. Officials say Bass is a Career Offender based on his prior felony convictions and his sentence reflects it.