DeWayne Allen McGill, a 40-year-old Calhoun, Georgia man also known as “Domino,” has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for his involvement in methamphetamine trafficking, assaulting law enforcement officers, and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. The sentencing, handed down by U.S. District Judge William M. Ray II, will be followed by five years of supervised release.

McGill was convicted after pleading guilty on March 3, 2025, to possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute, assaulting a federal officer, and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.

U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg emphasized the defendant’s violent resistance during his arrest. “Caught red-handed with almost three-quarters of a pound of methamphetamine, McGill violently—but unsuccessfully—resisted arrest by brave, front-line crimefighters,” said Hertzberg. “My office will aggressively prosecute anyone who threatens or injures a federal agent. In North Georgia, criminals will be held accountable for any attack on law enforcement.”

Robert J. Murphy, Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Atlanta Division, highlighted the broader impact of the sentencing. “This violent repeat offender thought he could continue to distribute deadly drugs with impunity,” stated Murphy. “This sentencing protects innocent families and shows DEA’s commitment to stopping violent drug traffickers.”

According to information presented in court, McGill’s criminal activities came to light through a multi-agency investigation:

On March 10, 2023, McGill sold approximately 56 grams of methamphetamine from his apartment in Calhoun, Georgia.
On April 6, 2023, agents tracked McGill from Calhoun to the Atlanta metro area, where he was observed picking up a substantial quantity of methamphetamine from another individual in a parking lot.
Law enforcement officers intervened, stopping McGill and discovering over 300 grams of pure methamphetamine in his vehicle. During the arrest, McGill fiercely resisted, attempting to flee and biting a DEA special agent and a Calhoun Police detective in the struggle.
A subsequent search warrant executed at McGill’s apartment uncovered additional methamphetamine and a loaded 9mm handgun. As a twice-convicted felon, McGill was legally prohibited from possessing any firearm.

The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration, with valuable assistance provided by the Calhoun Police Department and the Georgia State Patrol. Assistant U.S. Attorney Thomas M. Forsyth, III, prosecuted the case.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Atlanta continues to advocate for public awareness regarding drug dangers and recommends that parents and children learn more at www.justthinktwice.gov.