Harvey Felon Lamont Reed Faces Gun Charges

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Lamont Reed, 26, of Harvey, is facing serious federal charges after being indicted for violating the Gun Control Act. Reed was formally charged with being a felon in possession of ammunition, a crime that carries significant penalties under federal law. The indictment was handed down by a Federal Grand Jury on September 4, 2020.

According to the indictment, Reed knowingly possessed rifle ammunition despite having prior felony convictions – two, to be exact. This isn’t a first offense, and the feds are treating it as such. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Covington Police Department spearheaded the investigation, digging up the evidence that led to Reed’s indictment.

U.S. Attorney Peter G. Strasser didn’t mince words, announcing the charges and praising the collaborative effort of the ATF and Covington PD. It’s a clear message: those with a criminal record aren’t getting a pass when it comes to firearms. This case underscores the ongoing federal commitment to keeping guns out of the hands of individuals legally prohibited from possessing them.

If convicted, Reed is looking at a maximum sentence of 10 years behind bars. That’s not all. He also faces a hefty fine of up to $250,000, and a potential three-year stretch of supervised release *after* serving any prison time. It’s a steep price to pay for a lapse in judgment, or deliberate defiance of the law.

Assistant United States Attorney David Haller is prosecuting the case, and he’s known for building airtight cases. Sources within the U.S. Attorney’s office say Haller is prepared to present a compelling argument to the jury, highlighting Reed’s prior convictions and the danger he posed by possessing ammunition illegally. The case is a stark reminder of the consequences of repeated criminal behavior.

Grimy Times will continue to follow this case as it moves through the federal court system. We’ll be there to report on every development, from pre-trial hearings to the final verdict. This isn’t just about one man; it’s about the broader fight against gun violence and the enforcement of federal laws designed to protect communities across Louisiana and beyond. * * *