Newark, New Jersey – A Union County man made his initial appearance today on charges of illegally possessing a weapon and ammunition, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
Gregory Dorceus, 27, of Elizabeth, New Jersey, is charged by complaint with one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
Dorceus made his initial appearance by videoconference before U.S. Magistrate Judge Leda Dunn Wettre and was detained.
According to documents filed in this case and statements made in court, on September 16, 2021, members of the Elizabeth Police Department responded to a report of an individual in possession of a firearm in the area of Jefferson Park.
They observed Dorceus, who matched the description provided, and approached him. Dorceus reached for his waistband and attempted to ball up in the fetal position. Officers recovered a Ruger model P95DC, 9mm firearm loaded with four rounds of ammunition.
Dorceus has prior felony convictions for illegal drugs and weapons.
The count of being a felon in possession of a firearm carries a maximum sentence of 10 years and a fine of up to $250,000.
The government is represented by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Timothy P. Shaughnessy of the Organized Crime/Gangs Unit in Newark.
The charge and allegations contained in the complaint are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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Key Facts
- State: New Jersey
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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