Rayful Edmond III, notorious D.C. drug kingpin, dies at halfway house months after transfer

Category: Crime

Rayful Edmond III, known as the 'king of cocaine,' passed away at a halfway house in Florida. He was a notorious drug kingpin in Washington, D.C., controlling a significant portion of the drug market during the 1980s and linked to numerous homicides. After being sentenced to life in prison, his cooperation with authorities led to a reduced sentence. His death comes just months after his transfer to community confinement.

Keywords: Rayful Edmond, drug kingpin, cocaine

Source: WUSA9.com

Update At: 12/18/2024

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