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Albany Man Faces Up to 30 Years in Prison
ALBANY, NEW YORK – Calvin Strong, age 24, of Albany, New York, has admitted to unlawful possession of a handgun and intent to distribute cocaine, crack cocaine, and heroin.
According to a guilty plea entered in federal court, Strong admitted to possessing a Kimber Ultra Raptor II, a .45 caliber handgun, and the illicit substances on October 18, 2015, in Troy, New York.
As a convicted felon, Strong is not permitted to possess firearms. The investigation into Strong’s activities was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF) and the Albany Police Department.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Belliss is leading the prosecution. The case will be heard by Senior U.S. District Judge Thomas J. McAvoy on May 8, 2017.
Strong faces a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison, a fine of $2 million, and up to life of post-imprisonment supervised release.
The guilty plea is a significant blow to those involved in illicit activities in the area. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement agencies.
Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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