Norman Man to Serve 218 Months in Prison for Receipt of Child Pornography

OKLAHOMA CITY—Donald James Hassan, of Norman, Oklahoma, was sentenced today by United States District Judge Joe Heaton to serve 218 months in federal prison for receipt of child pornography, announced Sanford C. Coats, United States Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma.

According to court records and information from the plea hearing and sentencing, Hassan traded pictures and videos of child pornography—some of which portrayed sadistic or masochistic conduct—using an online file sharing network. Hassan’s child pornography trading occurred from March 2010 through May 24, 2011.

In determining his sentence, the federal judge considered evidence that Hassan had sexually abused a preschool-age boy on several occasions during the time period within which he was trading child pornography.

Hassan pled guilty to receipt of child pornography on August 19, 2011. Upon release from federal prison, Hassan will be placed on supervised release for 20 years and will have to register as a sex offender.

This case was the result of an investigation conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Norman Police Department. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Brandon Hale.

Suspect Arrested in Connection with Bank of the West Robbery

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—James E. Finch, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI, Oklahoma City Division, announces the robbery of the Bank of the West branch located at 2122 West Main Street in Norman, Oklahoma.

At approximately 1:20 p.m. on April 19, 2012, a white male dressed in women’s clothing approached the teller counter and presented a note demanding money. The note asked for $20s and $100s. The bank employee complied with the robber’s demand and gave the robber an undisclosed amount of U.S. currency. A counter-robbery device was also taken during the robbery. No one was injured in today’s robbery.

The robber left the bank in a white Ford F-150 truck. The robber was described as a white male 5’9” to 5’11” in height. He was wearing a woman’s skirt, woman’s-style hat, and makeup.

Norman Police Department was able to locate this counter-robbery device and found a white Ford F-150 truck matching the robber’s truck in the area of Boyd Street between 24th Avenue SW and Berry. The officer approached the truck and a white male exited a residence to speak with the officer. The officer noticed this man had smeared lipstick and makeup on. After further investigation, David Bayazeed, 56, from Norman, Oklahoma was placed under arrest for robbing the Bank of the West.

Mr. Bayazeed was transported to the Grady County Detention Center. A complaint will be filed in federal court in the Western District of Oklahoma charging Mr. Bayazeed with bank robbery. The public is reminded an arrest is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

This case was investigated by the FBI and the Norman Police Department.

Two Norman Men Plead Guilty to Robbing Norman Bank

OKLAHOMA CITY—DAVID ALLEN BROWN, 22, and JOSHUA DAN ROSE, 20, both from Norman, Oklahoma, pled guilty to robbing the Bank of the West, located at 2122 West Main Street, in Norman, Oklahoma (the "bank"), announced Sanford C. Coats, United States Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma.

According to court records, on November 4, 2010, a white male entered the bank wearing a black knit hat, a black long-sleeve tee-shirt with a Harley Davidson logo, and shoulder length brownish-red hair. The man approached a bank employee and demanded money. After leaving the bank, a bank employee activated an alarm and the Norman Police Department responded and pulled over a vehicle occupied by the two men within 15 minutes of the robbery. The men fled in the vehicle at a high rate of speed. After a short pursuit, Norman police officers stopped the vehicle again and the defendants were arrested. During a search of the vehicle, officers located a black knit hat, a black long-sleeve tee-shirt with a Harley Davidson logo, a brownish-red wig, a 9mm pistol, and the cash stolen from the bank.

During the plea hearings, Brown admitted he robbed the bank and Rose admitted he was the getaway driver. Brown also admitted to being a previously convicted felon illegally in possession of the firearm found in the vehicle.

At sentencing, each man faces up to 20 years in federal prison. A sentencing date will be set by the court in approximately 90 days.

This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Norman Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Arvo Q. Mikkanen.

Serial Bank Robber

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—James E. Finch, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Oklahoma, announces a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for eight bank robberies in Oklahoma City, Norman, Midwest City and Edmond.

During each of the eight robberies, the individual wore a ski mask and was armed with a black semi-automatic pistol. During two robberies, the robber used his gun to strike fully compliant bank employees. In the most recent robbery, the robber forced employees and customers to the ground using a firearm.

The robber is described as a male, 5’7” to 5’9”, medium build, in his late 20’s to mid 30’s. In the Edmond robbery, he was seen fleeing in a maroon or red colored Ford Focus.

The same individual is believed responsible for the following robberies:

1) Bank of the West – 06/03/2009, 2122 W. Main, Norman

2) Bank of Oklahoma – 07/03/2009, 6517 NW Expressway, OKC

3) Bank of the West – 07/10/2009, 2122 W. Main, Norman

4) Bank of the West – 12/30/2009, 2122 W. Main, Norman

5) Bank of Oklahoma – 03/19/2010, 6517 NW Expressway, OKC

6) Bank of the West – 04/22/2010, 1101 N. Santa Fe, Edmond

7) Bank of the West – 05/01/2010, 1201 S. Air Depot, MWC

8) IBC Bank – 01/11/2011, 6233 N.W. Expressway, OKC

The investigation is being conducted by the FBI, Oklahoma City Police Department, Norman Police Department, Edmond Police Department and Midwest City Police Department.

A reward of up to $15,000 is being offered by the Bank of the West, and Oklahoma Bankers Association for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for the eight robberies.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the FBI at (405) 290-7770 (24 hour number). You may remain anonymous.

Final Defendant Sentenced in Norman Oxycontin Trafficking Ring

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—Sanford C. Coats, United States Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma, announced that the last of 24 defendants was sentenced today following a long-term investigation and prosecution of a wide-spread OxyContin trafficking operation based in Norman, Oklahoma. The investigation has resulted in the conviction of 24 individuals from central Oklahoma, including Norman, Oklahoma City, Noble, Lexington, and Wellston.

“Prescription drug abuse is a dangerous and growing problem in Oklahoma,” said U.S. Attorney Coats. “Many Oklahomans benefit from the prescribed use of prescription pain killers. When abused, however, they can be as addictive, dangerous and even lethal as illegal drugs. Those who traffic prescription drugs are simply drug dealers like those who peddle cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine on our streets. I commend the FBI, DEA, the Norman Police Department, and the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office for their extraordinary efforts in dismantling this drug trafficking ring."

The Scheme:

From September 2008 through the fall of 2009, Stephan Scott Compton and Deborah Jeann Compton (husband and wife), their three sons, Joshua Ryan Compton, Zacharry Lawrence Compton and Jeremy Scott Compton, and others were involved in trafficking oxycodone, primarily in the form of OxyContin. As part of the scheme, the Comptons used others to acquire OxyContin tablets for them through scheduled doctors’ appointments where prescriptions for oxycodone were obtained. The individuals were paid by the Comptons in exchange for receipt of the oxcycodone tablets and were even driven to their doctors’ appointments and pharmacies to fill the prescriptions. The Comptons also purchased OxyContin from other individuals for redistribution.

Oxycodone is a synthetic opioid analgesic medication available by prescription for pain relief. Oxycodone products are commonly abused throughout the United States and long term use can result in physical dependence and addiction. OxyContin is the brand name of a time-release formula of oxycodone. Abusers often crush the tablets and snort the powder or dissolve the tablets in water and inject the solution. Slang terms for OxyContin include "OC," "OX," "kicker" and "Hillbilly heroin."

Once obtained in this scheme, the oxycodone tablets were stored at various locations, including a residence in Norman, a residence in Noble, and the Comptons' place of business, Compton's Air Quality Experts, located at

5450 Huettner Drive

, in Norman. The oxycodone tablets were then illegally sold to numerous individuals in the Norman area.

Defendants Convicted and Sentenced in this Investigation:

Fares Abdo Bayazeed, 56, of Norman, pled guilty on January 22, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on June 21, 2010, to serve 97 months in federal prison, followed by three years’ supervised release.

Charleda Skinner, 57, of Oklahoma City, pled guilty on January 6, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced June 21, 2010, to serve 36 months of probation.

Timothy Lavelle Carter, 41, of Noble, pled guilty on February 4, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on June 21, 2010 to serve 30 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

Rebecca Carter, 32, of Noble, pled guilty on January 21, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of heroin. She was sentenced on June 21, 2010, to serve 12 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

Timothy Arron Wolf, 41, of Oklahoma City, pled guilty on January 22, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on June 21, 2010, to 24 months in prison, followed by one year supervised release.

Tommy Randy Seeds, 50, of Oklahoma City, pled guilty on January 21, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on June 21, 2010, to serve four months in federal prison, followed by two years’ supervised release.

Latasha Sullivan, 31, of Oklahoma City, pled guilty on January 22, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced on June 21, 2010, to serve 24 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

Matthew Lee Palmer, 26, of Norman, pled guilty on February 5, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on June 22, 2010 to serve 15 months in federal prison, followed by three years’ supervised release.

Calvin Dieter Schwab, 20, of Noble, pled guilty on February 5, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on June 22, 2010, to serve 5 months in federal prison, followed by five years’ supervised release. On September 9, 2010, the Court revoked Schwab’s supervised release and ordered him to serve 24 months in federal prison followed by three years’ supervised release.

James Joe Ross, 50, of Lexington, pled guilty on February 5, 2010, to misprision of a felony. He was sentenced on June 22, 2010, to 14 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

James Roy Skinner, 48, of Oklahoma City, pled guilty on February 5, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced June 22, 2010, to serve four months in federal prison, followed by three years’ supervised release.

Donna Mae Dady, 69, of Oklahoma City, pled guilty on February 5, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced on June 23, 2010, to serve five months in federal prison, followed by two years’ supervised release.

Calvin Ray Pressley, 57, of Norman, pled guilty on January 22, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on June 23, 2010, to serve 24 months in federal prison, followed by three years’ supervised release.

Gary Lee Simmons, 42, of Wellston, pled guilty on February 8, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on July 7, 2010, to serve five months in federal prison, followed by two years’ supervised release.

Kathy Sue Patterson, 53, of Lexington, pled guilty on January 21, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced on July 23, 2010, to serve 14 months in federal prison, followed by two years’ supervised release.

Ranita Largent, 51, of Oklahoma City, pled guilty on February 5, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced on July 23, 2010, to 14 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

David Leroy LeCrone II, 56, of Norman, pled guilty on January 21, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on July 23, 2010, to serve 14 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

Joshua Ryan Compton, 25, of Norman, pled guilty on May 6, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on November 18, 2010, to serve 48 months in federal prison, followed by three years’ supervised release, and perform 104 hours of community service.

Zacharry Lawrence Compton, 22, of Noble, pled guilty on May 28, 2010, to illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on November 22, 2010, to serve 44 months in federal prison, followed by three years’ supervised release.

Jeremy Scott Compton, 24, of Norman, pled guilty on May 6, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on November 22, 2010, to serve 36 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

Lindi Marissa Applegate, 23, of Norman, pled guilty on May 3, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced on November 22, 2010, to serve 18 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release.

Stephan Scott Compton, 47, of Noble, pled guilty on May 6, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of oxycodone. He was sentenced on December 20, 2010, to serve 48 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release, and perform 104 hours of community service.

Deborah Jeann Compton, 45, of Noble, pled guilty on May 6, 2010, to using a telephone to facilitate the illegal distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced on December 20, 2010, to serve 48 months in federal prison, followed by one year supervised release, and ordered to serve 104 hours of community service.

Martha Earlene Phillips, 66, of Oklahoma City, was found guilty by a jury on June 17, 2010, of two counts including conspiracy to possess oxycodone with intent to distribute and distribution of oxycodone. She was sentenced today to serve 24 months in federal prison followed by three years’ supervised release on each of the two counts, to run concurrently, and ordered to serve 104 hours of community service.

These cases were the result of a joint investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Norman Police Department, and the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office. These cases were prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Randy Sengel.