Date: 10-08-2024

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United States of America v. Malik Lewis

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Judge: John F. Murphy

Court: The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

Plaintiff's Attorney: The United States Attorney’s Office for Philadelphia

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Meth Distribution, Drug and Gun Possession
Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Meth Distribution, Drug and Gun Possession

United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Malik Lewis, 33, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge John F. Murphy to 11 years in prison, 5 years’ probation, 2,500 fine and 400 special assessment for drug and firearm offenses.

Lewis was charged by information in April 2023 with two counts of distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine, possession with the intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine, cocaine base, and marijuana, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. He pleaded guilty to the charges against him in May 2023.

In April of 2021, the FBI had developed information that showed Lewis was selling pound quantities of methamphetamine and illegal firearms throughout the Mayfair section of Philadelphia.

From April to June of that year, the FBI purchased multiple pounds of methamphetamine directly from Lewis. Ultimately, members of the FBI conducted a search warrant on Lewis’ residence and recovered approximately six pounds of methamphetamine, crack cocaine, bulk marijuana, and a Glock firearm with a 30-round extended magazine.

“Malik Lewis and others profiting from the drug trade here have no regard for the harm they do to our community,” said U.S. Attorney Romero. “Getting illicit drugs and illegal guns off the street makes the city of Philadelphia safer. That’s why my office and the FBI work together every day to build and prosecute these cases.”

“Today’s sentencing sends a strong message to those who would sell drugs and illegal firearms in our communities – you will be held accountable for your crimes,” said Wayne A. Jacobs, Special Agent in Charge of FBI Philadelphia. “The FBI and our partners at the U.S. Attorney’s Office will not cease in our efforts to stop such individuals from endangering our communities.”

The case was investigated by the FBI and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Everett Witherell.

Outcome:

Defendant was found guilty and sentenced to 11 years in prison, 5 years’ probation, 2,500 fine and 400 special assessment for drug and firearm offenses

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