Tag: firearms
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Waterloo Felon Sentenced to Federal Prison for Illegal Gun Possession
Waterloo man Dana Lee Scott, Jr. received a year in federal prison for illegal firearm possession, part of Operation Take Back America, after police observed him with a gun during surveillance.
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court Weakens Federal Gun Control Law Regarding Marijuana Use
USA TODAY is reporting the Supreme Court ruled that a man's every-other-day marijuana use does not disqualify him from gun ownership, a decision that weakens a federal gun control law.
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Iola Man Charged for Online Threats Against White House, Federal Agents
A 35-year-old Iola man faces charges for allegedly making online threats to blow up the White House and kill federal agents. Authorities found over 20 firearms during the investigation.
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Oahu Woman Sentenced to Two Years for Destroying Evidence in Federal Firearms Case
Jordan Ishida of Honolulu received a 24-month prison sentence for destroying cellphones crucial to a federal firearms investigation involving Chris Hong Tran, who was previously sentenced for the underlying offense.
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Felon Sentenced to Five Years' Probation for Cocaine and Firearm Sales
An Indianapolis man, Melvin May, received five years' probation for selling cocaine and firearms in Bloomington, Illinois. A convicted felon, May committed these offenses while on probation, leading to federal charges and a recent sentencing.
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FBI-Led Operation Spring Cleaning Yields Over 1,100 Arrests, Massive Drug and Firearm Seizures
A nationwide FBI-led initiative, Operation Spring Cleaning, concluded with over 1,100 arrests and significant seizures of illegal firearms and more than 2,700 pounds of narcotics, aiming to enhance public safety.
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Buffalo Man Pleads Guilty to Gun and Drug Charges
Buffalo resident Nazir Binhuguley, 24, admitted guilt to gun possession linked to drug trafficking. A search of his apartment yielded firearms, drugs, and cash. He faces a mandatory minimum of five years in prison, with sentencing set for September 2026.
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Joplin Man Charged with Federal Firearm Offense
Andre E. Swindell, 41, of Joplin, Missouri, faces a federal charge for unlawful firearm possession as a felon. The charge stems from a homicide investigation where firearms were found at his residence, part of Operation Take Back America.
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Illegal Alien Sentenced Six Years for Trafficking Fentanyl, Cocaine in Seattle
A Mexican national received a six-year prison sentence for trafficking fentanyl and cocaine to Seattle's vulnerable populations, including homeless encampments and the Chinatown-International District, while living a luxury lifestyle.
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Federal Grand Jury Indicts Four in Rhode Island for Robbery, Kidnapping, and Firearms Offenses
Four men from Rhode Island face federal charges including Hobbs Act Robbery, kidnapping, and firearms offenses. An indictment alleges they conspired to rob a victim of a vehicle and money, and abducted them from Massachusetts to Rhode Island in November…
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Connecticut Governor Bans Pistols Easily Convertible to Machine Guns
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signed legislation banning the sale and importation of pistols easily converted into machine guns. This new law, a Class D felony, aims to prevent mass casualty incidents and supports law enforcement against emerging firearm technologies.
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Newark Man Pleads Guilty to Assault Rifle Carjacking and Drug Offenses
An Essex County man admitted to a 2020 armed carjacking in Irvington, using an assault rifle, and possessing drugs and guns. His sentencing is scheduled for October 14, 2026.
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Virginia Judge Halts Firearm Background Checks Again Amid Surge in Gun Sales
A Lynchburg judge has again halted background checks for private firearm sales in Virginia, just as residents are rapidly purchasing AR-15s and other guns ahead of a July 1 assault weapons ban. State officials also urge hurricane preparedness.
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Fully Blooded Felons Gang Member Sentenced to 12 Years for RICO, Drug, and Firearm Crimes
Jeffrey Lee, 25, a Fully Blooded Felons gang member, received a 12-year prison sentence in Cleveland for RICO conspiracy, fentanyl distribution, and firearm possession, following an FBI and Cleveland Police investigation.
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Five Charged in Charlotte Drug Trafficking Bust; Hotel Faces Forfeiture
Five individuals face federal drug and firearms charges after a six-month investigation in Charlotte. The U.S. Attorney's Office seeks forfeiture of The Garden Inn & Suites, alleging it facilitated significant illegal drug trafficking.
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Homeland Security Task Force Secures 915 Months in Sentences for Drug and Gun Crimes
Thirteen defendants received a combined 915-month prison sentence for drug and gun crimes. This operation, part of the Homeland Security Task Force initiative, seized significant drugs and firearms, enhancing community safety in Dallas.
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Drug Traffickers, Including Illegal Alien, Sentenced to Decades in Indiana Federal Prisons
Six individuals, including an illegal alien, received federal prison sentences for trafficking methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl in Indiana. Sentences range from 10 to 20 years, with significant drug and firearm seizures.
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Kanawha County Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug and Gun Charges
Justin Dale Graves, 43, of St. Albans, pleaded guilty to federal charges for possessing and intending to distribute over 3.3 kilograms of methamphetamine and possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking. He faces a minimum of 15 years in prison.
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U.S. Attorney Announces May Federal Grand Jury Indictments for Wide Range of Crimes
U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson announced May 2026 federal grand jury indictments against 12 individuals for crimes including firearms offenses, unlawful reentry, child exploitation, kidnapping, and drug distribution, emphasizing the presumption of innocence.
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Johnstown Man Indicted on Federal Firearm and Machinegun Charges
Johnstown resident Louie Guadalupe, 34, faces federal charges for unlicensed firearm manufacturing, dealing, and machinegun possession. Authorities emphasize the danger of conversion devices like Glock switches, highlighting collaborative law enforcement efforts to combat gun violence in the community.
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Louisville Man Charged Federally in Major Fentanyl and Firearms Bust
A Louisville man faces federal charges for fentanyl trafficking and firearms offenses after a DEA investigation seized over 400 grams of fentanyl and three guns. Authorities credit the bust with preventing millions of lethal doses from reaching the streets.
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Seven-Time Felon Sentenced to Eight Years for Stealing Firearms
Justin Michael Barnes, a 29-year-old seven-time felon from Illinois, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison. The sentencing follows his conviction for stealing 15 firearms from a residence in Waterloo, according to the FBI.
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Jackson Man Pleads Guilty to Firearm Possession
Derrick Epps, a 44-year-old Jackson resident involved in a shooting, has pleaded guilty in federal court to being a felon in possession of a firearm, according to the FBI.
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Seven Individuals Sentenced in Central Florida Gun Trafficking Scheme
Seven members involved in a Central Florida gun trafficking scheme have been officially sentenced, according to an announcement released by the FBI Tampa field office on April 22, 2026.
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Reputed Chicago Gang Member Indicted on Federal Firearm Charges
Alexander Martinez-Quiroz, an alleged member of a violent Chicago street gang, faces a federal indictment for the unlawful possession of two firearms, according to a recent announcement from the FBI's Chicago field office.
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Six-Time Felon Sentenced to 11 Years for Firing Gun in Iowa Neighborhood
A man convicted of his sixth felony offense has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison after firing a weapon eight times in a residential neighborhood in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
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Mexican National Convicted on Drug Trafficking and Firearm Charges in Atlanta
Adan Macedo-Rios, a Mexican national, was convicted of drug trafficking, money laundering, robbery, and firearm charges. He faces a minimum of 10 years for drug trafficking.
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