Florida
Pensacola Area Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Trafficking and Firearm Charges
Tallahassee, Florida – Deontae Watkins, 44, of Perry, Florida, pleaded guilty in federal court to possession with the intent to distribute various controlled substances including more than 500 grams of methamphetamine; possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug-trafficking offense;…
Key points
- Deontae Watkins pleaded guilty to multiple drug and firearm charges.
- He was found in possession of over 500 grams of methamphetamine.
- The case highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat drug trafficking in Florida.
NewsWK — Deontae Watkins, a 44-year-old resident of Perry, Florida, recently entered a guilty plea in federal court. He was charged with possession with the intent to distribute over 500 grams of methamphetamine, as well as possession of a firearm in connection with drug trafficking activities. Additionally, Watkins faced charges for possession of a firearm as a convicted felon.
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Based on reporting originally published by U.S. Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Florida. Read the original story.
