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Elijah Griffin, 25, of New London, Sentenced to 51 Months for Illegally Possessing Firearms
In a shocking turn of events, Elijah Griffin, 25, of New London, has been sentenced to 51 months of imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release, for illegally possessing firearms in the state of Connecticut. The harsh sentence was handed down by Senior U.S. District Judge Alfred V. Covello in Hartford.
According to court documents and statements made in court, on April 30, 2015, members of the New London Police and the Connecticut State Police executed a state search and seizure warrant at Griffin’s apartment on West Street in New London. Inside a closet in Griffin’s room, officers located and seized a loaded .38 caliber revolver and a loaded .45 caliber pistol.
Griffin’s prior state felony conviction for the sale of narcotics played a significant role in his sentencing. It is a violation of federal law for a person previously convicted of a felony offense to possess a firearm or ammunition that has moved in interstate or foreign commerce.
Griffin has been detained since his arrest on April 30, 2015. On December 2, 2015, he pleaded guilty to one count of possession of firearms by a previously convicted felon.
The matter was investigated by the New London Police, Norwich Police, Connecticut State Police, and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah P. Karwan and Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Paul Narducci.
Griffin’s case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of violating federal gun laws. His 51-month sentence sends a strong message to those who would attempt to circumvent the law and possess firearms illegally.
The community can take comfort in knowing that law enforcement agencies are working tirelessly to keep our streets safe and bring perpetrators to justice.
Key Facts
- State: Connecticut
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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