United States of America v. Rodney Lamont Evans, a.k.a. “Woo”

Raleigh, North Carolina criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Firearm and Drug Trafficking Offenses

Ahoskie Gang Member "Woo” Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison After Conviction for Firearm and Drug Trafficking Offenses

An Ahoskie gang member was sentenced to 100 months in prison and five years of supervised release, after authorities found drugs and a firearm in his home. On September 30, 2024, Rodney Lamont Evans, a.k.a. "Woo,” pled guilty to the charges.



"This case is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our local, state, and federal partners,” said Hertford County Sheriff Dexter Hayes. "Their relentless efforts to investigate, prosecute, and bring to justice those who threaten the safety of our citizens reflect our shared commitment to a safer community.”



According to court documents and other information presented in court, authorities in Ahoskie received information on August 8, 2022, that Evans, 47, a member of the Bloods gang, was distributing narcotics out of his home on McGlohon Street. On that date, law enforcement executed a search warrant at Evans's residence. Upon their arrival, Evans fled through a window and attempted to hide on the roof but was soon found. Inside Evans's home, authorities discovered nearly 360 grams of cocaine, over 5 grams of crack, over 1,700 grams of marijuana, a firearm, ammunition, multiple digital scales, and drug packaging materials. The investigation also revealed that Evans had previously participated in the sale of homemade machinegun conversion devices, or "switches,” with a fellow member of the Bloods.



Evans was previously convicted of indecent liberties with a child and multiple charges of possession with intent to sell cocaine in North Carolina.



Michael F. Easley, Jr., U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, made the announcement after sentencing by U.S. District Judge Terrence W. Boyle. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF); the Down East Drug and Violent Crime Task Force; and the Hertford County Sheriff's Office investigated the case, and Assistant U.S. Attorney's Lori Warlick and Sarah Nokes prosecuted the case.