COLUMBIA, S.C.—De’Marionne Zaquann Miller, 22, of Lexington, South Carolina, was sentenced on June 21, 2026, to a total of 111 months in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release. The sentence came after Miller pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and possessing the weapon in relation to drug trafficking.
The incident began on June 14, 2025, when deputies from the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department responded to an apartment following reports of a domestic violence situation. Upon arrival at the scene, they discovered that Miller had an outstanding warrant for probation violation. As law enforcement approached, Miller fled with an AK-style rifle and a backpack.
Deputies apprehended Miller shortly after he abandoned his weapon during the chase. A search of the area led to the recovery of the firearm. Inside the seized backpack were cash, multiple bags of marijuana, and two cellphones. Further investigation revealed that when authorities searched the apartment from which Miller had fled, they found a large vacuum-sealed bag containing marijuana, a digital scale used for drug distribution, and ammunition.
This case highlights ongoing challenges in enforcing federal laws related to firearm possession by individuals with felony records and their involvement in illegal drug activities within South Carolina communities. The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department played a crucial role in the investigation leading to Miller's arrest and subsequent sentencing.
No additional details were provided regarding any specific domestic violence incident or further charges beyond those mentioned, indicating that this case primarily focused on firearm possession and drug trafficking violations.