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Man Sentenced For Shooting His Drug Dealer
July 6, 2018
An Escambia County man has been sentenced for the attempted murder of his drug dealer.
Dequnta Jerome Durant, 25, pleaded no contest to attempted first degree premeditated murder with a firearm, robbery with a firearm, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Immediately following the plea, Circuit Judge Paul Rasmussen sentenced Durant to 20 years in state prison with a 10 year minimum mandatory sentence. He will serve the first 10 years of his sentence day for day and he will serve at least 85 percent of the remaining 10 years. Durant has four prior felony convictions.
On March 30, 2016, Durant met with the victim in the in order to purchase a quantity of marijuana. During the exchange, the Durant pulled a firearm, shot the victim in the chest, and stole the marijuana. He was identified by the victim in a photo lineup.
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9 Responses to “Man Sentenced For Shooting His Drug Dealer”
Two drug dealers off the street. Good deal
Apparently his dealer wasn’t about the 5 finger discount.
Rob everyone else then come see me.
@Terri, why not.even if it is legal people will still kill and rob for it. You need money to purchase pot.
…this would not have happened if marijuana was legal…what a shame.
Sentenced for shooting his drug dealer?
Just think of all the people who didn’t get their drugs on time.
However, he was just helping out the police, right?
I noticed the victims name has been with held . I guess that is to protect his reputation as a dealer. I wonder how much the victim received from the state victims compensation fund for his pain and suffering. I am sure the state picked up his medical bills. I know, you are not supposed to be able to receive compensation if you are contributing to the activity or if the activity that led to the crime is illegal but it happens, and criminals who are victims are compensated with your hard earned taxes.
Always choose a high quality drug dealer,get 3 refrences,ask for a list of contacts and lastly always get a receipt and a warranty.
Good Grief, isn’t anyone safe just trying to make a living anymore?
How much jail time did the drug dealer receive? They should both be off the street.