The North Texas Trafficking Task Force, led by ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations Dallas, has helped secure a 50-year sentence for Jamal Howard, a 59-year-old sex trafficker, narcotics dealer and money launderer in the Northern District of Texas.
“This intensely gratifying 50-year sentence reflects the seriousness of Howard’s crimes and the unwavering commitment of law enforcement to protect our children and our communities,” said HSI Dallas Special Agent in Charge Travis Pickard. “The outcome is the result of outstanding teamwork and dedication from our agents, the Arlington Police Department and our federal partners. Let this sentence serve as a warning: Those who traffic minors and distribute deadly narcotics will be brought to justice and face the full consequences of their actions.”
Howard, of Arlington, was arrested in August 2024 after task force agents discovered he trafficked a missing 15-year-old child. The investigation was conducted in partnership with the Arlington Police Department…