Date: 06-17-2024

Case Style:

United States of America v. Jeremiah Hawthorne

Case Number: 7:20-cr-01673

Judge: Randy Crane

Court: The United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas (Harris County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: The United States Attorney’s Office in Houston

Defendant's Attorney:

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Description:

Houston, Texas criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with attempting to transport over $370,000 of marijuana
Rio Grande City resident sent to prison after attempt to transport over $370,000 of marijuana

On Sept. 9, 2020, law enforcement observed a suspicious GMC Yukon approaching the Rio Grande River at an area known for drug trafficking. Shortly thereafter, they noticed the vehicle returning from the river, then heading north. At that time, the vehicle appeared to be riding low as if it was carrying a heavy load.

Authorities attempted to conduct a traffic stop. However, the vehicle rolled over after trying to reverse in uneven terrain. The vehicle’s operator - Jeremiah Hawthorne, age 41, - then attempted to flee on foot. Authorities successfully apprehended him after he had physically resisted. Inside of the vehicle, law enforcement discovered multiple bundles of marijuana weighing approximately 214 kilograms.

The Drug Enforcement Administration and Border Patrol conducted the investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Matthew Phelps prosecuted the case.

Outcome:

Defendant was found guilty and sentenced to 60 months in federal prison to be immediately followed by four years of supervised release.

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