Big Meech Released from Prison: A Look Back at the Black Mafia Founder’s Rise and Fall

After serving over a decade behind bars, Demetrius Flenory, also known as Big Meech, has been released from federal prison and will continue serving the remainder of his sentence in a residential reentry program. The once-notorious drug trafficker rose to infamy as the founder of the Black Mafia Family (BMF), a criminal organization that operated a nationwide drug trafficking ring in the early 2000s.

Born in Detroit, Michigan in 1968, Big Meech, along with his brother Terry “Southwest Tee” Flenory, started selling drugs in the 1980s, eventually expanding their operation to multiple states across the country. The Flenory brothers also established BMF Entertainment as a front for their criminal activities, rubbing elbows with high-profile rappers and promoting artists like Bleu Da Vinci.

However, their empire came crashing down in 2007 when they pleaded guilty to charges of running a criminal enterprise and were sentenced to 30 years in federal prison. While Southwest Tee was released in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Big Meech remained behind bars until now.

In a statement to the Washington Post, Big Meech’s attorney emphasized his client’s personal growth and transformation during his time in prison, highlighting the need for real change in the justice system. As Big Meech begins a new chapter outside of prison, his release serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to reform outdated drug laws and advocate for the redemption of individuals trapped in the criminal justice system.