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Ocala Man Pleads Guilty to Multiple Counts of Distributing Methamphetamine and Fentanyl

For Immediate Release
U.S. Attorney's Office, Middle District of Florida

Ocala, Florida – Ervin Jones, III (36, Ocala), a/k/a “Downy,” has pleaded guilty to five counts of distribution or possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl. He faces a minimum penalty of 10 years, up to life, in federal prison. U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe made the announcement.

According to court records, between August and September 2025, Jones distributed methamphetamine and fentanyl to an undercover law enforcement officer on four separate occasions. Additionally, on October 8, 2025, Jones was found to be in possession of fentanyl which was intended for distribution. Jones was arrested on February 26, 2026. He remains detained pending the resolution of the case. 

This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Marion County Unified Drug Enforcement Strike Team. It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Sarah Janette Swartzberg.

Updated September 28, 2026
Topics
Drug Trafficking
Opioids
Component
USAO - Florida, Middle

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