The Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced that an Albuquerque rapper and convicted felon who flaunted guns, gang affiliation, and drug money on social media has been sentenced to more than 20 years in federal prison for large-scale drug trafficking, firearms offenses, and ongoing criminal activity behind bars. The case underscores the reach of organized drug trafficking networks in New Mexico, as well as the growing role of social media in exposing gang-related activities.

Jerry Bezie, 36, who prosecutors described as an “unapologetic drug trafficker and gang affiliate,” was sentenced to 240 months in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release. Bezie’s sentence also included the forfeiture of more than $64,000 in drug proceeds, several vehicles, weapons, and property tied to his criminal enterprise.

Bezie first drew the attention of federal authorities when the FBI’s Violent Gang Task Force began monitoring his online activity. According to the

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