Jamarian Hewitt, a member of the Four-Deuce Oakland Crips gang, was sentenced to 447 months (37+ years) in federal prison after conviction on drug trafficking and firearms charges. A federal jury convicted Hewitt in April 2026 following an investigation that began in January 2024.
Jamarian HewittGang member, defendant, sentenced to federal prison
U.S. District Judge Brantley StarrFederal judge who imposed sentence
U.S. Attorney Ryan RaybouldU.S. Attorney for Northern District of Texas
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)Federal agency that investigated
Dallas Police DepartmentInvestigated with ATF
Four-Deuce Oakland CripsGang to which defendant belonged
The facts
Jamarian Hewitt, 39, a Four-Deuce Oakland Crips member, was sentenced to 447 months in federal prison.1
A federal jury convicted Hewitt in April 2026 of possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled substance, firearm possession in furtherance of drug trafficking, using communication facility to facilitate drug felony, and conspiracy to distribute Schedule II controlled substance.1
Investigation began in January 2024 by ATF following resident and business owner reports of threats and intimidation on Malcolm X Boulevard corridor.1
Trial evidence showed Hewitt operated storefront called Exotic Pop South Dallas where he distributed cocaine, methamphetamine, codeine, prescription pills, and marijuana.1
October 2024 search of business recovered approximately one kilogram of mixed drugs; search of residence uncovered 14 pounds of marijuana, prescription pills, and ammunition.1
Hewitt had prior convictions for money laundering, drug distribution, firearm possession, assault, and aggravated promotion of prostitution of a minor.1
Twelve defendants linked to Four-Deuce Oakland Crips have been convicted of federal offenses through Operation Blue Laces to date.1
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U.S. Attorney Ryan Raybould Hewitt turned storefront into drug and gun hub while on probation and out on bond; sentence sends message that those terrorizing neighborhoods will face serious federal consequences.1
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Dallas Gang Member Sentenced to More Than 37 Years in Federal Prison
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