Dominic Gregory Lacava, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Iowa 2024
A Des Moines man was sentenced to 180 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Dominic Gregory Lacava, 27, a convicted felon and Crip gang member, was found to have possessed at least four firearms over a six-month period.
Lacava's conduct was discovered during a larger federal investigation into firearms straw purchasing and trafficking, as well as gang activity. Two federal search warrants were executed at Lacava's Des Moines, Iowa, residence, leading to the recovery of three firearms. Two of those firearms were acquired through Lacava's use of a straw purchaser.
At the time of this federal offense, Lacava was on state supervision for multiple crimes, including drug felonies and assault. The physical abuse of three minor children, the physical abuse of his significant other, the sexual abuse of a child, and drug-related felonies were also linked to Lacava.
After completing his term of imprisonment, Lacava will be required to serve three years of supervised release. There is no parole in the federal system.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.
United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. Assistant United States Attorney Kristin M. Herrera prosecuted the case. This case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF); and the Des Moines Police Department.
ATF Kansas City Field Division Special Agent in Charge Bernard Hansen stated, “This sentencing today reflects ATF’s ongoing commitment to vigorously combat individuals that commit violent, gun-related crimes in our communities.”
Key Facts:
Defendant: Dominic Gregory Lacava
Criminal Charges: Felon in Possession of a Firearm
City and State: Des Moines, Iowa
Exact Date: April 3, 2024
Sentence or Outcome: 180 months in federal prison
Additional Facts:
Lacava was on state supervision for multiple crimes at the time of this federal offense.
Three firearms were recovered from Lacava's residence as part of a larger federal investigation.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence.
Key Facts
- State: Iowa
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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