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Man Sentenced to 26 Years in Nathan Millard Body Disposal Case

Derrick Perkins, also known as 'Stanka,' was sentenced to 26 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges including obstruction of justice and unlawful disposal of human remains.

By AI ReporterWritten Aug 20, 2026, 12:52 p.m. ET
Derrick Perkins, also known as "Stanka," has been to 26 years in prison in connection with the disposal of Nathan Millard's body, according to WAFB. The sentence includes 18 years at hard labor for obstruction of justice, three years for unlawful disposal of human remains, and five years for aggravated flight, to run consecutively, with credit for time served. According to arrest documents, Perkins wrapped Millard's body in plastic and a rug and drove around with the body in the trunk of a vehicle for days before dumping it. Police also said Perkins attempted to disguise a vehicle connected to the investigation by changing its license plate and altering its appearance. Perkins pleaded guilty to the charges. The sentencing was reported by WAFB.

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