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Feds: Traffickers hid piles of marijuana in homes, deployed armed patrols to protect pot and cash

Last updated: July 3, 2025 8:45 am
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In-Depth Look at Federal Crackdown on Drug Trafficking in Chicago

In a major operation targeting drug trafficking in Chicago, federal authorities have recently charged 13 individuals following two extensive investigations. The charges unveiled in a document on Tuesday shed light on a highly organized network that combined drug distribution with armed security to protect its operations in the Englewood neighborhood.

At the center of the case is Kejuan “Beeda” Bryant, who allegedly ran a drug market on the 1200 block of W. 73rd Place, moving large quantities of marijuana. Alongside Bryant, others implicated in the operation include Jamari “Skedda” Goodman, Joseph “Jody Jo” Heath, Matthew “Pooday” Furdge, Kewann “Santana” Whitaker, Igor “England” Dze, and Khiry “Ree” Strickland, who were allegedly involved in managing and supplying the illicit operation.

The group’s activities were not only significant in scale but also meticulously planned, with armed guards stationed around the 1200 block of West 73rd Place to protect their drugs and cash. Prosecutors revealed that the group stored their marijuana inventory in various homes in the neighborhood, with a collection of firearms hidden in different residences to safeguard their drug trafficking activities.

The federal authorities are seeking the forfeiture of $136,463 in cash believed to be proceeds from the operation, along with a cache of weapons seized during a search warrant at Bryant’s residence. The search yielded over 50 pounds of marijuana, more than $100,000 in cash, and several firearms, including a Sig Sauer P365 9mm pistol, a Beretta .32 caliber pistol, a Glock 43, an AR-15-style pistol, and an Anderson Manufacturing AM-15 rifle.

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During the search, agents found bundles of cash, plastic bags of marijuana, and firearms hidden throughout Bryant’s home, indicating the extent of the operation. The basement exposed nearly 48 vacuum-sealed bags of marijuana, along with a significant amount of cash and personal belongings of Bryant.

Collaborating with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, Chicago police played a crucial role in executing the investigation, underscoring the joint effort to combat drug trafficking in the city.

In a separate investigation, federal officials disclosed the indictment of six individuals involved in fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine trafficking in Chicago. The accused individuals face a range of charges, including illegal possession of firearms for some, with penalties that could lead to lengthy prison sentences.

Each defendant pleaded not guilty at their arraignments, signaling a contested legal battle ahead. The crackdown on drug trafficking in Chicago underscores the ongoing efforts to curb illegal drug operations and ensure public safety in the city.

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