Angelina County felon sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations (DOJ)

BEAUMONT, Texas- A Lufkin convicted felon has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

Jacob Robinson, 29, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a felon and was sentenced to 136 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone on January 22, 2026

According to information presented in court, on August 18, 2024, Robinson was stopped for a traffic violation in Angelina County. During the stop, the odor of marijuana was detected coming from the vehicle and a search was conducted resulting in the discovery of over 50 grams of methamphetamine. Again, on October 29, 2024, Robinson was stopped for a traffic violation resulting in the discovery of cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, and prescription pills. Robinson was also in possession of a pistol, a magazine and ammunition. Robinson was previously convicted of the felony offense of burglary of a habitation and is prohibited by federal law from owning or possessing firearms or ammunition.

This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.

This case was investigated by the Angelina County Sheriff's Office; Homeland Security Investigations; Texas Department of Public Safety; and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. This case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Donald S. Carter.

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