Event Brief
Aug 20, 2026 at 10:06 PM ET
Murder convict accused of drug operation near Texas schools
By The BriefBrief
Jahml McDonald, a convicted murderer out on bond, was arrested after a two-month investigation into an alleged “full-service drug operation” near schools in Texas City. Authorities say surveillance showed what appeared to be teenagers buying narcotics, including fentanyl pills disguised as ecstasy, and he faces two felony controlled-substance charges.
WHO: Jahml McDonald; Galveston County Organized Crime Task Force; Galveston County Sheriff's Office SWAT team
WHAT: McDonald was arrested and charged in connection with an alleged drug operation near schools involving fentanyl pills disguised as ecstasy.
WHEN: Aug 18, 2026
WHERE: 1200 block of Appomattox Drive, Texas City, Texas
WHY: A two-month investigation targeted McDonald for an alleged drug operation near schools.
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