Birmingham Man Dumps 2,000 Fentanyl Pills on Alabama Streets
ANNISTON, Ala. – In a devastating blow to the opioid epidemic, a Birmingham man has been convicted of a fentanyl-related crime, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Drug Enforcement Administration Special Agent in Charge Steven L. Hofer.
A jury returned a guilty verdict against Demarcus Hill, 42, after one day of testimony before U.S. District Court Judge Corey Maze. Hill was convicted of conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute fentanyl, a charge that carries a maximum penalty of 40 years in prison.
“Removing fentanyl pills from our communities is not just a priority; it’s a duty to protect lives,” said U.S. Attorney Escalona. “Partnerships with our federal, state, and local law enforcement are an integral part of our efforts to remove dangerous drugs from the streets and keep our communities safe.”
“Evidence presented at trial showed the defendant traveled across state lines to obtain a dangerous amount of fentanyl pills with the intent of distributing them in Alabama. This reckless disregard for public safety put countless lives at risk,” said Special Agent in Charge Steven L. Hofer. “This sentencing sends a clear message that the DEA will continue to disrupt drug trafficking organizations, seize deadly drugs, and hold those responsible accountable.”
According to evidence presented at trial, Hill and his co-defendant, JT Toombs, drove from Birmingham to Atlanta, Georgia, where they picked up over 2,000 fentanyl pills to bring back to Birmingham. An Oxford Police Department officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle on Interstate 20. His canine detected the odor of narcotics, and after searching the vehicle, the officer found the fentanyl pills.
The Drug Enforcement Administration investigated the case along with the Oxford Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Blake Milner and Brittany Byrd are prosecuting the case. The guilty verdict is a significant win for law enforcement and a testament to their dedication to keeping Alabama communities safe.
With the opioid epidemic continuing to ravage communities across the country, the conviction of Demarcus Hill sends a strong message that those who engage in fentanyl trafficking will be held accountable. As the Grimy Times continues to shine a light on the darkest corners of the crime world, we will remain vigilant in our pursuit of justice.
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Key Facts
- State: Alabama
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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