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Tampa Man Sentenced to 10 Years and 5 Months in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Trafficking
Tampa, FL – U.S. District Judge Charlene Edwards Honeywell has sentenced Ja’Vion RaShard Jackson, a 23-year-old from Coleman, to 10 years and 5 months in federal prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, for conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine, 40 grams or more of fentanyl, cocaine, and promethazine with codeine, as well as three counts of distribution of controlled substances.
According to court documents, beginning in November 2022, and on a few dates thereafter, Jackson sold an undercover officer more than 500 grams of methamphetamine, approximately 52 grams of fentanyl, and bottles of promethazine with codeine in addition to cocaine and methorphan.
On January 12, 2023, agents executed search warrants at two locations associated with Jackson. At one location (261 CR 222, Oxford, Florida), agents located quantities of marijuana, MDMA, and prescription pills. On the same date, Jackson was arrested at 715 Oakdale Avenue, Unit 38 in Brooksville. Agents served a search warrant on that residence and arrested another co-conspirator after locating methamphetamine, fentanyl, promethazine with codeine, and firearms inside a vehicle.
This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office. It was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Samantha E. Beckman.
Jackson had pleaded guilty on August 14, 2023, to the charges brought against him. He will serve his sentence at a federal prison facility to be determined by the authorities.
The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration worked together to bring Jackson to justice for his crimes. The successful prosecution of this case demonstrates the commitment of law enforcement agencies to combating the trafficking of controlled substances in the Tampa Bay area.
Jackson’s sentence is a significant blow to the illicit drug trade in Florida, and it serves as a warning to others who would engage in similar activities. The community can rest assured that law enforcement agencies will continue to work tirelessly to keep our streets safe from the scourge of drugs.
Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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