Oxford Drug Dealing Felon Sentenced to 8 Years in Federal Prison

NEW BERN, N.C. - A federal judge sentenced Shamar Wayquis Evans, also known as "sly dollar", 35, to eight years in federal prison for possessing in a gun by a convicted felon and possession with intent to sell crack. He pleaded guilty on June 16, 2026.

"This gun toting and drug pushing ne'er-do-well will pose no threat to the law-abiding citizens of Eastern North Carolina. Through hard work, focus, driven efforts by local and federal law enforcement, we removed him from our community," said Ellis Boyle, EDNC U.S. Attorney. "This case demonstrates our commitment to holding accountable those who endanger our neighborhoods and families through violence and selling deadly drugs. Simple lesson; drugs kill, prison awaits, do better."

From September 2025 through January 1, 2025, ATF and the Oxford Police Department investigated Evans's drug-trafficking activities. Law enforcement officers conducted multiple controlled purchases of crack from Evans. On January 3, 2025, officers executed search warrants at two residences connected to Evans. At the first residence, officers found a firearm and drug paraphernalia in his bedroom. At the second residence, officers located Evans with 14 grams of crack inside his jacket.

Evans is a previously convicted felon with several North Carolina state court convictions, including assault with a deadly weapon on a government official and selling heroin in 2017, and selling heroin 2018.

"When a convicted felon possesses of a gun, the threat of violence increases putting innocent lives at risk," said ATF Special Agent in Charge Alicia Jones. "ATF is committed to protecting our communities by identifying the biggest threats to our public safety and holding them accountable for their crimes."

"The results of this case are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the law enforcement community at the Local, State, and Federal levels. We understand the unique challenges that come along with drug enforcement, but we will be relentless in our efforts to pursue those who threaten our communities by distributing dangerous drugs and illegally possessing firearms," said Chief Brandon Goins of the Oxford Police Department. "This investigation took time, resources, and tenacity and highlights our continued commitment to removing dangerous drugs and illegal firearms from our streets. The Oxford Police Department remains committed to working collaboratively with our partners to ensure the safety of our community."

Ellis Boyle, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina made the announcement after the sentencing before U.S. District Judge Louise W. Flanagan. ATF and the Oxford Police Department investigated this case.

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