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Marc Karun, a 61-year-old former Stetson resident, was sentenced to five years in prison for being a felon in possession of firearms and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number. The crimes occurred in Stetson, Maine, where police found over 60 firearms and more than 14,000 rounds of ammunition at Karun’s home. Karun pleaded guilty on February 15, 2024, and was prohibited from possessing firearms due to prior felony convictions in Connecticut for sexual assault, attempted sexual assault, burglary, and larceny.
The investigation was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives and the Maine State Police. This case was prosecuted as part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a nationwide initiative to combat violent crime and make communities safe.
Karun’s sentence includes three years of supervised release following his prison term. The prosecution is part of the Department of Justice’s commitment to making communities safe through rapid federal response to violent crime and strategic partnerships among law enforcement.
The case highlights the importance of enforcing firearm laws and holding offenders accountable. Karun’s prior convictions and subsequent possession of firearms demonstrate the need for continued efforts to combat violent crime and protect public safety.
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