Rolando Oyervides Jr. convicted of trafficking meth, heroin, and marijuana on Kickapoo Tribal Land while armed
Rolando Oyervides Jr., a 40-year-old man from Eagle Pass, Texas, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine, heroin, and marijuana on Kickapoo Tribal Land while possessing firearms.
Why it matters
Drug trafficking on tribal lands is a major issue that impacts the safety and wellbeing of indigenous communities. This sentencing highlights the federal government’s efforts to crack down on these crimes and protect vulnerable populations.
The details
Oyervides, also known as “Roly”, was convicted of multiple drug trafficking charges related to his operation on the Kickapoo Tribal Land near the Texas-Mexico border. Authorities said he was in possession of firearms during these illegal activities.
- Oyervides was sentenced in a federal court in Del Rio, Texas on April 6, 2026.
