Crips gang member gets long prison sentence on drug, weapons charges

Daquan Rosenboro, 24, of Grifton, confirmed Crips gang member, was sentenced to 132 months in federal prison on nine separate counts related to trafficking methamphetamine and illegal possession of a firearm by a felon . Roseboro pleaded guilty to the charges earlier this year.

“Dealing high purity methamphetamine with a toddler in the car and brandishing guns and drugs in trending videos with young children – this is a level of recklessness we rarely see,” said U.S. Attorney Michael Easley. “The Craven County Sheriff’s quick action ensures that this confirmed Crips gang member will not put children in danger again anytime soon.”

Sheriff Chip Hughes said: “This prosecution demonstrates the importance we place on the investigation and conviction of high priority gang-related drug dealers. We appreciate the cooperation of our local and federal law enforcement partners as well as the work of the U.S. Attorney's Office in putting this dangerous criminal behind bars.

According to court documents and other information presented in court, the Craven County Sheriff's Office and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) began investigating Rosenboro after learned he was dealing drugs in and around Craven County. Between December 6, 2022 and January 26, 2023, law enforcement made several controlled purchases of high purity methamphetamine in Rosenboro, including a controlled purchase of 54 grams of methamphetamine from a toddler who was in the rear of the vehicle occupied by Rosenboro. time of sale. Rosenboro also sold a 9mm SAR handgun to someone who works for law enforcement. Rosenboro had a prior felony conviction, which prohibited him from possessing a handgun. Rosenboro was arrested on January 26, 2023. Following his arrest, a search of his residence resulted in the discovery of various illegal drugs, a loaded .22 caliber rifle with a high capacity magazine, and 27 rounds of .22 caliber ammunition.

During the investigation, officers discovered videos from Rosenboro containing suspected methamphetamine. The videos show him dancing with an AR-style gun tucked into his waistband and holding cash while young children can be seen in the background. Law enforcement determined that one of the $100 bills Rosenboro held in the video was part of the government funds used in a secret purchase from him.

Michael Easley, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, made the announcement following the sentencing. U.S. District Judge Terrence W. Boyle presided over the sentencing. The ATF, the Craven and Lenoir County Sheriff's Offices, and the Kinston, Grifton and New Bern police departments investigated the case, and Assistant United States Attorney Timothy Severo prosecuted the case.