Foster Allen Ray, a 71-year-old man from Gandeeville, West Virginia, has pleaded guilty to a federal gun crime. According to court documents and statements made in court, on April 9, 2020, Ray shot a loaded Savage Model 99 300 caliber lever-action rifle at two individuals in a vehicle stopped near his residence.
Ray is prohibited from possessing firearms due to previous felony convictions in Roane County Circuit Court for unlawful assault and child abuse by a custodian resulting in injury.
Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston made the announcement, commending the investigation work of the West Virginia State Police. Assistant United States Attorney Negar M. Kordestani is handling the prosecution.
United States District Judge Irene C. Berger presided over the hearing.
Ray pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and faces up to 10 years in prison when sentenced on September 23, 2021.
The investigation was led by the West Virginia State Police, and the case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Negar M. Kordestani.
A copy of this press release is located on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia. Related court documents and information can be found on PACER by searching for Case No. 2:21-cr-00024.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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