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Over four months, a sweeping operation in Indianapolis and Evansville, Indiana, has taken down 23 convicted felons for unlawfully possessing firearms. The operation, which ran from March to June 2026, resulted in the removal of 37 unlawfully held guns and four extended magazines from the streets. Each defendant pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, with one, Andy Manuel Seda-Colon, also convicted of unlawful possession of a firearm by a domestic batterer.
The felons, ranging in age from 20 to 48, had prior convictions for various crimes, including armed robbery, burglary, and dealing in narcotics. Their sentences ranged from 3 years, 2 months to 9 years in prison, with each also receiving 3 years of supervised release. The prosecution and sentencing of these individuals mark a significant effort to curb gun violence and crime in the region.
Among those sentenced were individuals with histories of violent and drug-related offenses. For example, Michael Durant, 44, received a 9-year prison sentence, having previously been convicted of dealing in cocaine and possession of a narcotic drug. Similarly, Kyle Castner, 24, was sentenced to 5 years in prison for his role in attempted armed robbery, among other offenses.
The operation underscores the commitment of law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Indiana, to combat firearm offenses and reduce crime in the community. By targeting and prosecuting individuals who unlawfully possess firearms, these efforts aim to enhance public safety and prevent future crimes.
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