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Larenta Deshawn Dawkins, a 38-year-old Dothan man, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine in Alabama. Dawkins received packages containing methamphetamine shipped from out of state and stored them in a Dothan storage unit. The investigation began in July 2024, and in December 2025, Dawkins was tried and found guilty. On March 24, 2026, he was sentenced to 360 months in prison.
According to court records, investigators recovered two boxes containing approximately five pounds of methamphetamine, along with three bags of marijuana, from the storage unit. Dawkins used this storage unit to store the drugs after receiving them, and agents later obtained and executed a search warrant to uncover the evidence.
The case was a result of a collaborative effort between the Dothan and Eufaula Police Departments and the Drug Enforcement Administration’s New Orleans Division. Acting U.S. Attorney Kevin Davidson and Special Agent in Charge Steven L. Hofer announced the sentencing, emphasizing the commitment to holding accountable those who profit from the distribution of methamphetamine.
The sentence reflects the severe consequences of drug trafficking in Alabama. With no parole in the federal system, Dawkins will serve his full 30-year term, followed by five years of supervised release. This case sends a strong message to those who think they can use Alabama as a hub for their illicit trade.
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📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Drug Trafficking
- Defendant: Alabama
- Location: AL
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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