News from 2023
Greenfield Felon Sentenced to Eight Years in Federal Prison After Breaking Into a Hancock County Home, Stealing 25 Firearms, and Selling Them
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
William Campbell, 32, of Greenfield, Indiana, has been sentenced to 8 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing firearms as a convicted felon.
Defendants Convicted and Sentenced in Long-Term Methamphetamine and Oxycodone Drug Trafficking Investigation in Bay County
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
A federal judge sentenced the seventh defendant in a large-scale methamphetamine and oxycodone trafficking organization operating primarily in Bay County.
Tampa Bowling Arcade Shooter Sentenced
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Barber has sentenced Cedric Durham, Jr. (22, Tampa) to four years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
South Bend Man Sentenced to 48 Months in Prison
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
George L. Howell, 55 years old, of South Bend, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty after pleading guilty to aiding and abetting the making of false statements in the straw purchase of a firearm, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson.
Denver Man Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison for Violent Armed Robberies
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado announces the Dionte Jelks, age 22, of Denver, was sentenced to 17 years in federal prison for armed robbery and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence.
Bridgeport Man Charged with Illegal Gun Trafficking
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, and James Ferguson, Special Agent in Charge, ATF Boston Field Division, announced that DAQUAN LAMONT WRIGHT, 26, of Bridgeport, was arrested today on a federal criminal complaint charging him with illegal gun possession and trafficking offenses.
Ongoing Jungle Life Mafia Street Gang Prosecution Results in Multiple Guilty Pleas and Sentencings for Nine Tangipahoa Parish Residents
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
MICHAEL ALEXANDER, SR., a/k/a “Monsta,” a/k/a “Jamond,” age 40, ATRELL ANDERSON, a/k/a “Trey,” a/k/a “Trel,” a/k/a “Da Boi,” age 31, TERRELL HAYNES, a/k/a “Redman,” age 44, MICHAEL ALEXANDER, JR., a/k/a “Mike Mike,” age 22, BRANDON BAKER, age 37, LOUIS BELLS, JR., age 22, JERALD ALEXANDER, age 37, STAR ROBICHAUX, age 43, and JOSHUA PRINE, age 42, residents of Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, have now all pled guilty before U.S. District Judge Jay C. Zainey, announced U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans.
Passenger Accused of Gun Crime After Attempted Traffic Stop Led to Shooting of Great Falls Police Officer
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
A woman passenger appeared in federal court today on a firearm charge after the driver allegedly shot and wounded a Great Falls Police Department officer during an attempted traffic stop of their car on March 7, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said.
Elkhart Man Sentenced to Prison
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
Latell Washington, 24 years old, of Elkhart, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty after pleading guilty to making a false statement during the purchase of a firearm, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson.
Tampa Felon Sentenced to More Than 6 Years in Federal Prison for Possessing a Loaded Firearm Months After Release From Prison
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
U.S. District Judge William F. Jung has sentenced Dallas Robinson, Jr. (22, Tampa) to six years and six months in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Robinson had pleaded guilty on December 14, 2022.
Two Arrested for Trying To Send Over 90 Firearms to Drug Cartel Members in Mexico
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the arrests of Yuendry Rodriguez Hilario (28, Cleveland, OH) and Saleh Yusuf Saleh (24, Cleveland, OH) on a criminal complaint charging conspiracy to transfer firearms to commit a felony and/or drug trafficking crime; possession of firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking, illegal transfer of firearms, unlicensed firearm dealing, and conspiracy to violate federal gun laws. If convicted on all counts, each defendant faces a maximum sentence of life imprisonment. The defendants were arrested in Cleveland, Ohio on March 2, 2023, and both were recently ordered detained pending the outcomes of their cases.
New Orleans Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug and Weapons Violations
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
On March 8, 2023, CHRISTIAN GUITY, age 26, a resident of Orleans Parish, pled guilty to three counts of a four-count indictment for federal drug and weapons violations, announced U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans. Count 1 charged GUITY with possession with intent to distribute a controlled dangerous substance. Count 2 charged GUITY with possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Finally, Count 3 charged GUITY with possession of a machine gun. GUITY’s sentencing is set for June 7, 2023.
Two Arrested for Trying to Send Over 90 Firearms to Drug Cartel Members in Mexico
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the arrests of Yuendry Rodriguez Hilario (28, Cleveland, OH) and Saleh Yusuf Saleh (24, Cleveland, OH) on a criminal complaint charging conspiracy to transfer firearms to commit a felony and/or drug trafficking crime; possession of firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking, illegal transfer of firearms, unlicensed firearm dealing, and conspiracy to violate federal gun laws. If convicted on all counts, each defendant faces a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
Federal Jury Convicts Okmulgee County Resident of Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, announced today that Kent Matthew Stapp, age 34, of Okmulgee County, Oklahoma was found guilty by a federal jury of one count of Felon in Possession of a Firearm & Ammunition.
LaPorte Man Sentenced to 180 Months in Prison
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
Anthony Sanders, 35 years old, of LaPorte, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty after pleading guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson.
Federal Jury Convicts Tampa Armed Felon on Drug Trafficking Charges
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that a federal jury has found Dempsey Gilmore (32, Tampa) guilty of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and marijuana, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and marijuana, carrying a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon
Man Charged With Attempted Murder of ATF Agents, Robbery, and Carjacking After Opening Fire During a High-Speed Chase on Interstate 4
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the unsealing of an indictment charging Francisco Cabrera (28, Dover) with armed robbery, armed carjacking, and attempting to murder federal agents. If convicted on all counts, Cabrera faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 28 years, up to life, in federal prison.
Armed Leader of Fentanyl and Cocaine Distribution Conspiracy Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
U.S. District Judge Roy B. Dalton Jr. has sentenced Carlos Roman (57, Orlando) to 40 years in federal prison for possession of cocaine and possession of a firearm equipped with a silencer in furtherance of drug trafficking.
Convicted Felon Charged With Possessing a Gun
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Lay Wah, 23, a Burmese citizen living in Buffalo, NY, was charged by criminal complaint with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Two New Orleans Men Plead Guilty to Jung Hotel Shooting
By DOJ Newswire Reports | Mar 20, 2023
DARIUS DANNEL, a/k/a “DD,” and TERRELL MOORE, a/k/a “Rell,” pled guilty to various violations of the Federal Gun Control, the Federal Controlled Substances, and Hobbs Act before the Honorable Judge Ivan L.R. Lemelle announced U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans.