Eagle Pass Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Drug Trafficking on Tribal Land

Rolando Oyervides Jr. convicted of trafficking meth, heroin, and marijuana on Kickapoo Tribal Land while armed

Apr. 6, 2026 at 7:43pm

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An extreme close-up of a small plastic bag containing white powder, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the evidence from a drug trafficking crime.A harsh flash photograph of evidence from a major drug trafficking bust on tribal land highlights the grim realities of the illegal drug trade impacting vulnerable communities.Del Rio Today

Rolando Oyervides Jr., a 40-year-old man from Eagle Pass, Texas, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine, heroin, and marijuana on Kickapoo Tribal Land while possessing firearms.

Why it matters

Drug trafficking on tribal lands is a major issue that impacts the safety and wellbeing of indigenous communities. This sentencing highlights the federal government's efforts to crack down on these crimes and protect vulnerable populations.

The details

Oyervides, also known as "Roly", was convicted of multiple drug trafficking charges related to his operation on the Kickapoo Tribal Land near the Texas-Mexico border. Authorities said he was in possession of firearms during these illegal activities.

  • Oyervides was sentenced in a federal court in Del Rio, Texas on April 6, 2026.

The players

Rolando Oyervides Jr.

A 40-year-old man from Eagle Pass, Texas who was convicted of drug trafficking on Kickapoo Tribal Land.

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The takeaway

This case demonstrates the federal government's commitment to combating drug trafficking on tribal lands and protecting indigenous communities from the harms of the illegal drug trade.