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Convicted Felon Caught with Loaded Gun
Orlando, Florida – In a shocking turn of events, 19-year-old Dominick Yvon Louissaint, a repeat offender from Lake Mary, has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. According to court documents, Louissaint has previously been convicted of felonies on three occasions, including robbery and firearms offenses.
On January 24, 2024, officers with the Sanford Police Department responded to a call about a suspected burglary. Upon arrival, the officers encountered Louissaint at the scene and ordered him to show his hands. Instead, Louissaint attempted to flee from the officers and was later apprehended.
The officers located a loaded Taurus pistol concealed in Louissaint’s pant leg and a box of ammunition in his pocket. As a convicted felon, Louissaint is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition under federal law.
As a result of his plea, Louissaint will forfeit the firearm and ammunition involved in the offense. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Louissaint faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set.
This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, with valuable assistance from the Sanford Police Department. It is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Varadan.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in our communities. By working together with law enforcement and community-based organizations, we can make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.
In related news, the U.S. Attorney’s Office has launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening Project Safe Neighborhoods. This initiative focuses on fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
Mandatory Facts:
Defendant: Dominick Yvon Louissaint
Criminal Charges: Possessing a Firearm as a Convicted Felon
City and State: Orlando, Florida
Exact Date: January 24, 2024
Sentence: Up to 15 years in federal prison
Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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