Ike Jackson, Jr., Fentanyl Trafficking, Georgia 2024
A Macon, Georgia man has been sentenced to serve over 16 years in prison for attempting to distribute a large amount of fentanyl from Mexico.
Ike Jackson, Jr., 38, of Lizella, Georgia, was sentenced to serve 200 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release by U.S. District Marc Treadwell on May 12, 2024.
Jackson previously pleaded guilty to one count of possession of fentanyl with the intent to distribute on February 21, 2024.
There is no parole in the federal system.
“Drug traffickers are gravely harming our communities by distributing dangerous substances like fentanyl,” said Acting U.S. Attorney C. Shanelle Booker. “This case highlights our commitment to partner with law enforcement to hold those who push fentanyl accountable as we strive to eliminate these deadly drugs from our streets.”
“Jackson endangered countless lives by trafficking large quantities of deadly fentanyl,” said Jae W. Chung, the Acting Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Atlanta Division. “The success of this investigation is proof that those destroying our communities with fentanyl will be held accountable.”
According to court documents and statements made in court, on February 14, 2024, DEA agents received information from a confidential source about an individual possessing two kilograms of fentanyl living at Jackson’s address and matching his description.
The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant U.S. Attorney Shelby Brunette prosecuted the case for the Government.
Key Facts
- State: Georgia
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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