Hammond, Indiana – In a shocking turn of events, Mark William Bartell, a 28-year-old man from Gary, Indiana, has pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. The charge stems from an investigation conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
According to sources, Bartell’s guilty plea was entered into the record on [date]. Sentencing has been scheduled for November 24th, 2014. Assistant United States Attorney Jennifer Chang-Adiga is handling the prosecution of this case.
Bartell’s case is just one of several high-profile gun crimes to emerge in the region in recent weeks. As Grimy Times continues to investigate, it appears that Bartell’s involvement in the illicit firearms trade may be more extensive than initially thought.
Mark William Bartell’s guilty plea serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by felons in possession of firearms. This type of crime can have devastating consequences for communities, and it is imperative that those responsible are held accountable.
Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
In related news, Robinson Morales, a 37-year-old man from Hammond, Indiana, has also pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Morales’ case was also the result of an ATF investigation, and sentencing has been set for December 5th, 2014.
Jordan Schwind, a 26-year-old man from South Bend, Indiana, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute heroin. This charge was filed as a result of an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Agency, and sentencing has been set for December 3rd, 2014.
Related Federal Cases
- Toby Ray Taylor, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Indiana 2024 · Alabama
- Deyon Washington, Felon in Possession of Firearm, IN 2024 · Indiana
- Andre Kase Jr, Possession of Stolen Firearm, Cedar Rapids IA, 2013 · Indiana
- Lorenzo Carlos Pfeifer, Felon in Possession, IN 2024 · Illinois
- Romeoville Felon Sentenced to 9 Years for Gun Possession · Illinois
Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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