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Jordan Jones, a 31-year-old convicted felon, was sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for possessing a firearm equipped with a machinegun conversion device in Memphis, Tennessee. On October 4, 2025, Jones led Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase after running a stop light in a stolen white Honda Accord. The pursuit ended when Jones struck another vehicle and attempted to flee on foot, but was quickly apprehended. A Glock pistol with a machinegun conversion device was found in his waistband, and a second firearm was later discovered in the stolen vehicle.
The sentencing came on July 23, 2026, when United States District Court Judge Thomas L. Parker handed down the 78-month prison sentence, to be followed by three years of supervised release. U.S. Attorney D. Michael Dunavant emphasized the danger posed by Jones, stating that a firearm equipped with a machinegun conversion device can cause multiple injuries or fatalities in less than one second.
Special Agent in Charge Jamey VanVliet of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Nashville Field Office praised the cooperation between law enforcement agencies, saying that the ATF will continue to work with partners to remove individuals who threaten public safety. The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat violent crime and remove dangerous weapons from the community.
The sentence reflects the seriousness of the offense and the need to protect the public from individuals who pose a significant risk to safety. Jones’s actions demonstrated a reckless disregard for the law and the well-being of others, and the sentence serves as a deterrent to others who would engage in similar behavior.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Weapons
- Defendant: Tennessee
- Location: TN
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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