ALLEN LUSMAT, Illegally Possessing Handgun, Connecticut 2020
ALLEN LUSMAT, a 30-year-old man from Bridgeport, has been sentenced to 37 months of imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release, for unlawfully possessing a firearm. This is a serious crime that poses a significant threat to public safety, and it is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies that Lusmat has been brought to justice.
The crime took place on April 10, 2019, when Lusmat entered a convenience store in New Haven and retrieved a Smith & Wesson .357 caliber revolver that had been left behind by another individual. Lusmat was subsequently stopped by police officers, who found the firearm in a black plastic bag that he had thrown out of the window of the vehicle he was in.
Lusmat has a prior conviction for firearm, assault, and burglary offenses, which makes him a prohibited possessor of firearms. It is a serious offense for someone with a prior felony conviction to possess a firearm, and Lusmat's actions demonstrate a blatant disregard for the law.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, and the New Haven Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Nathaniel J. Gentile prosecuted the case, which is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a program aimed at reducing violent crime in communities.
Project Safe Neighborhoods is an evidence-based program that has been proven to be effective in reducing violent crime. By working together with law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders, we can identify the most pressing violent crime problems and develop comprehensive solutions to address them. In this case, the focus on enforcement efforts on the most violent offenders and partnerships with prevention and reentry programs have led to lasting reductions in crime.
In addition to his prison sentence, Lusmat's guilty plea also carries a three-year term of supervised release. This will ensure that Lusmat is held accountable for his actions and that he receives the support and treatment he needs to become a productive member of society.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of gun safety and the need for individuals to report suspicious activity to the authorities. If you have any information about gun crimes or other violent offenses, please contact the New Haven Police Department or the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
Defendant: ALLEN LUSMAT
Criminal Charges: Possession of a Firearm by a Felon
City and State: New Haven, Connecticut
Date: April 10, 2019
Sentence: 37 months of imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release
Key Facts
- State: Connecticut
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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