Big Meech Released from Prison

Release Marks the End of a Drug Trafficking Saga

Empire Funded Detroit Hip Hop

DETROIT, MI – Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory, the co-founder of the Black Mafia Family (BMF), was released from prison on Thursday, March 9, 2023, after serving 12 years of a 30-year sentence for his role in a massive drug trafficking operation that funded Detroit hip hop.

Flenory, along with his brother Terry "Southwest T" Flenory, built a drug empire that stretched from Detroit to Atlanta and generated millions of dollars in revenue. The brothers used their wealth to finance the careers of Detroit rappers such as 50 Cent, Young Jeezy, and Peezy.

BMF's downfall began in 2005 when the FBI raided dozens of the group's properties and arrested Flenory and his co-conspirators. The brothers were convicted in 2008 and sentenced to 30 years in prison.

Flenory's release marks the end of an era for Detroit hip hop. BMF's influence on the genre was undeniable, and the group's downfall left a lasting impact on the city's music scene.

Flenory's release from prison is a significant event for Detroit. It is a reminder of the city's complex and often troubled history, but it is also a sign of hope for the future.