Cedric Jamara Cherry, Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition, Oklahoma 2023

Oklahoma Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Firearm as Convicted Felon

MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA - In a shocking turn of events, Cedric Jamara Cherry, a 42-year-old resident of Idabel, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to one count of Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition.

According to court records, on March 15, 2023, Cherry was in possession of a firearm and ammunition within the Eastern District of Oklahoma, despite having a previous felony conviction. Under federal law, individuals with prior felony convictions are prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition.

The charges against Cherry arose from an investigation by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The probe revealed that Cherry had indeed been in possession of a firearm and ammunition, sparking a federal investigation.

United States Magistrate Judge D. Edward Snow accepted Cherry's plea and ordered the completion of a presentence investigation report. Cherry was subsequently remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal pending sentencing.

Cedric Jamara Cherry, 42, of Idabel, Oklahoma, was arrested and charged with Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition.

The case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of violating federal gun laws. With a conviction for Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition, Cherry now faces the possibility of significant prison time.

The investigation and subsequent charges demonstrate the unwavering commitment of law enforcement agencies to upholding federal gun laws and protecting public safety.

As the case moves forward, the community remains vigilant, awaiting the outcome of the presentence investigation report and Cherry's sentencing.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edok/pr/mccurtain-county-resident-pleads-guilty-federal-firearm-crime