News from 2023


Armed Career Criminal Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison on Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses

News Release: GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - Carlos Kentral Kerney, 43, of Gainesville, Florida, was sentenced to a total of 30 years in federal prison following his conviction for possession with intent to distribute controlled substances, carrying a firearm during and in relation to drug trafficking, and possession of a firearm by a felon. Jason R. Coody, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida announced the sentence.


New Orleans Man Pleads Guilty to Drug and Weapons Violations

News Release: NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that on May 17, 2023, KENDALL THEARD, age 26, resident of Orleans Parish, pled guilty to one count of a four-count indictment for drug violations. Count 1 charges THEARD with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance. THEARD’s sentencing is set for September 6, 2023.


Four KC Metro Men Indicted for Illegally Trafficking Machineguns, Other Firearms

News Release: KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Three Kansas City, Mo., men and an Independence, Mo., man have been indicted by a federal grand jury for illegally selling machine guns and other firearms, some of which have been linked to prior shootings.


New Orleans Man Pleads Guilty to Violating the Federal Gun Control Act

News Release: NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SHAMAR HOLMES, age 23, a resident of New Orleans, pled guilty on May 11, 2023 before United States District Judge Carl J. Barbier to a one-count indictment alleging that he illegally possessed a firearm having previously been convicted of a felony, announced U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans.



Beech Grove Felon Sentenced to Over 5 Years in Federal Prison for Illegally Possessing a Firearm After Fleeing Police

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS- John E. Lamond II, 38, of Beech Grove, Indiana, has been sentenced to 63 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing a firearm.


Justice Department discusses United States v. Cargill Meat Solutions Corp., et al.; Proposed Final Judgment and Competitive Impact Statement on May 25

The US Justice Department published a three page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FBI Florida Special Agents in Charge: Support of Law Enforcement Should Last All Year

News Release: FBI Florida Special Agents in Charge: Support of Law Enforcement Should Last All Year.


Shreveport Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Illegal Possession of Firearms

News Release: SHREVEPORT, La. - United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced that Fredarius D. Jackson, 25, of Shreveport, Louisiana, was sentenced today by United States District Judge Elizabeth E. Foote for being a convicted felon in possession of firearms. Jackson was sentenced to 60 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release.


Violent Child Predator Sentenced to Over 7 Years in Federal Prison for Illegally Possessing a Firearm and Failing To Register as a Sex Offender After Moving to Southern Indiana

News Release: NEW ALBANY- Franklin Gomar, 42, of Kentucky, was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing a firearm and failing to register as a sex offender.


Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Almac Clinical Services Incorp. (ACSI) discussed on May 25 by Justice Department

The US Justice Department published a one page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Life in Federal Prison for Pope County Drug Trafficker Associated With White Supremacist Gang

News Release: LITTLE ROCK- Marcus Millsap, 55, of Little Rock, was sentenced to life in federal prison for conspiracy to violate racketeering laws, attempted murder in aid of racketeering, and conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Millsap was sentenced earlier today by United States District Judge Brian S. Miller.


Justice Department discusses Gary Gray d/b/a Complex; Decision and Order on May 25

The US Justice Department published a two page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Florida Mortgage Loan Officer Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

News Release: A Florida man pleaded guilty today to evading his federal income taxes.


Albuquerque Man Sentenced to 7 Years for Illegal Firearms Possession

News Release: ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Alexander M.M. Uballez, United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico, announced today that Arthur Quintana was sentenced to 86 months in prison. Quintana, 45, of Albuquerque, pleaded guilty on Feb. 7, 2023, to being a felon in possession of firearm and ammunition.


Convicted Murderer Sentenced to 5 Years in Federal Prison After Being Caught Illegally Possessing Firearms, Including a “Sawed-Off” Shotgun

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS- Jeremy Bullock, 45, of Indianapolis, Indiana has been sentenced to 5 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing a firearm and possessing an unregistered “sawed off" shotgun.


Arkansas Man Sentenced on Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Related to Capitol Breach

News Release: Defendant Illegally Entered the Office of the Speaker of the House.


Jackson Woman Pleads Guilty to Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon

News Release: Jackson, Miss. - A Jackson woman pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm, announced U.S. Attorney Darren J. LaMarca and Acting Special Agent in Charge Anthony Spotswood of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.


Justice Department discusses Keith Ly, M.D.; Decision and Order on May 25

The US Justice Department published a three page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


House Judiciary report faults Biden admin for release of alleged MS-13 member now charged with murder

News Release: FIRST ON FOX: Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee, in an interim report to be published Tuesday, are faulting the Biden administration’s "failure to enforce U.S. immigration law" for the release of a 16-year-old illegal immigrant into the U.S and suspected MS-13 gang member., who is now charged with the murder and sexual assault of a 20-year-old autistic woman in Maryland.