A Birmingham man, Jarrell Russell, receives a 20-year prison sentence for multiple firearm and drug-related offenses, marking a significant legal result in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking. Federal authorities report that Russell, 26, pleaded guilty to charges including possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl, as well as carrying a firearm during a drug trafficking crime.
The case against Russell stems from an incident on October 10, 2023, when he fled from police during a traffic stop. Authorities located a pink backpack containing methamphetamine, a Glock pistol, and drug paraphernalia after his arrest. The combined amount of drugs – over 74 grams of meth and 1.22 grams of fentanyl – underscores the potential dangers linked to such trafficking activities.
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