A Blaine man has pleaded guilty to illegally possessing multiple firearms, announced Acting U.S. Attorney W. Anders Folk. Thomas Wilder Moseley, 29, faces serious charges after being identified as one of the individuals who spray painted the front windows of the Minneapolis Police Department’s 5th Precinct building on August 15, 2020.
According to court documents, the violent protest resulted in several thousand dollars of damages. The event became destructive when individuals began throwing rocks and other objects, breaking windows, firing mortar-type fireworks at the building and at officers stationed on the roof, spray painting the building, and using paint to obscure the video surveillance cameras.
Following the protest, Moseley was arrested on October 15, 2020, at the Hennepin County Government Center while observing a court appearance for four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the death of George Floyd. At the time of his arrest, Moseley was carrying a loaded Glock, model 26 Gen5, 9 mm semi-automatic pistol.
A search warrant was executed at Moseley’s residence in Blaine, Minnesota, where officers recovered two firearms, more than 1,400 rounds of ammunition, 96 grams of marijuana, and other drug paraphernalia. His Toyota Tacoma also yielded five firearms, a large amount of ammunition, a hatchet, a crowbar, gas masks, and controlled substances, including marijuana, psychedelic mushrooms, and cocaine.
This case is being prosecuted as part of the joint federal, state, and local Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Program, which aims to reduce violent crime. The PSN Program focuses on the most violent offenders and partners with locally based prevention and reentry programs for lasting reductions in crime.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Amber M. Brennan is prosecuting the case, which was investigated by the Minneapolis Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. Moseley’s guilty plea serves as a reminder of the consequences of violating gun laws and engaging in violent behavior.
The case is a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless behavior and the importance of adhering to gun laws. Moseley’s guilty plea is a significant step towards holding individuals accountable for their actions and promoting public safety.
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Key Facts
- State: Minnesota
- Category: Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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