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Minneapolis Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of a Machinegun
Austin Joevon Toy, a.k.a. "Ace," 23, a member of the 10z street gang in South Minneapolis has pleaded guilty for illegally possessing a machinegun, announced U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger.
According to court documents, on March 21, 2024, Toy knowingly possessed a Glock model 23 .40 semiautomatic pistol with an obliterated serial number and an attached conversion device commonly referred to as a "switch" or an "auto-sear," which allow for the firearm to be fired as fully automatic weapons with the single pull of the trigger.
Toy pleaded guilty yesterday in U.S. District Court before Judge Nancy E. Brasel to one count of illegal possession of a machinegun. A sentencing hearing will take place at a later date.
This case is the result of an investigation conducted by the Minneapolis Police Department and the FBI.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Kristian C. Weir is prosecuting the case.
Toy will face the consequences of his actions, and we hope that this guilty plea brings closure to the community affected by gang violence.
The Minneapolis Police Department and the FBI worked tirelessly to bring this case to justice, and we appreciate their dedication and hard work.
This case is a reminder that gang violence will not be tolerated in our city, and we will continue to work to keep our community safe.
The exact sentence or outcome has not been determined yet, but Austin Joevon Toy, a.k.a. "Ace," is currently facing one count of illegal possession of a machinegun.
This case is a significant blow to the 10z street gang, and we hope that it will send a strong message to other gangs that they will be held accountable for their actions.
We will continue to work to keep our community safe and to bring violent gang members to justice.
Key Facts
- State: Minnesota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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