Roger Devonta Stokes, Methamphetamine Distribution, Mississippi 2021

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Philadelphia Man Sentenced to over 12 Years in Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine on the Choctaw Indian Reservation

Jackson, Miss. – In a grim reminder of the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic, a Philadelphia man has been sentenced to 146 months in prison for his role in distributing methamphetamine on the Choctaw Indian Reservation.

Roger Devonta Stokes, 41, was sentenced after pleading guilty to one count of possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute. According to court documents, Stokes distributed more than 5 grams of methamphetamine in the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians in July of 2021.

The case was investigated by the Choctaw Police Department of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. U.S. Attorney Todd W. Gee, Regional Agent in Charge Whitney Woodruff of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and Special Agent in Charge Brad Byerly of the Drug Enforcement Administration made the announcement.

The investigation revealed that Stokes’s distribution of methamphetamine had a significant impact on the community, leading to increased crime and violence. The sentencing of Stokes is a significant victory for law enforcement and a testament to their dedication to keeping communities safe.

Stokes’s case serves as a reminder of the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions and the devastating consequences of methamphetamine distribution. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Kevin J. Payne and Special Assistant United States Attorney Brian K. Burns. This case is part of the Department of the Interior’s commitment to addressing the opioid epidemic and protecting the safety and well-being of all communities, particularly those in Indian Country.