BRUNSWICK, Ga. – Two 30-year-old Glynn County men are facing federal charges after a grand jury indicted them in connection with drug distribution and firearms offenses.
Jonathan Shahaad Ruff, aka “Slaughter,” 30, of Glynn County, Georgia, has been indicted for five counts of distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.
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His co-defendant, Darnell Lamar Pickens, 30, of Glynn County, has also been indicted for distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
The indictment alleges that Ruff distributed methamphetamine in June and July of 2025 in Glynn County. The indictment further alleges that Ruff and Pickens distributed 50 grams or more of methamphetamine in August 2025 in Glynn County.
Pickens is also alleged to have possessed 5 grams or more of methamphetamine with intent to distribute in January 2026 in addition to being found in possession of a firearm.
Under federal law, it is prohibited for previously convicted felons to possess firearms or ammunition.
Both defendants face statutory penalties of 10 years to life in prison for distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. If convicted, Pickens is also subject to a minimum sentence of five years and up to 40 years imprisonment for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. A conviction for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon may result in up to 15 years in prison, and each offense may also be accompanied by significant financial penalties and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of supervised release.
Criminal indictments contain only charges; defendants are considered innocent unless and until proven guilty.