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Gunrunner Sentenced: Kayrin English Heads to Prison for Dealing in Firearms Without a License
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – In a federal courtroom, Kayrin English, 27, of Charlotte, was handed a 24-month prison sentence for dealing in firearms without a license. English’s crimes were uncovered by ATF agents, who discovered she had applied for 36 firearm purchase permits between February 2020 and August 2021, and an additional seven permits in September 2021.
The investigation revealed English would use the permits to purchase firearms, which she would then sell to individuals who were prohibited from owning or purchasing their own firearms for profit. According to court records, English admitted to selling approximately 15 to 20 firearms illegally since January 2021.
English’s crimes didn’t stop at the local level. She had previously traveled to New Jersey, where she sold several firearms she had purchased in Charlotte, further highlighting the scope of her operation.
English pleaded guilty to dealing in firearms without a license on October 31, 2023, and will be ordered to report to the federal Bureau of Prisons upon designation of a federal facility.
The ATF led the investigation, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Alfredo De La Rosa handling the prosecution. This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in local communities.
English’s sentence serves as a reminder that the consequences of dealing in firearms without a license are severe. The federal Bureau of Prisons will take custody of English once she reports, marking the beginning of her 24-month prison term followed by one year of supervised release.
The investigation and prosecution of English’s crimes underscore the importance of community involvement in preventing gun violence and reducing crime. By working together, law enforcement and the community can create safer neighborhoods for everyone.
As part of the PSN program, the Department of Justice has launched a violent crime reduction strategy focusing on fostering trust and legitimacy in communities, supporting community-based organizations, and setting strategic enforcement priorities.
English’s case is a stark reminder that the consequences of dealing in firearms without a license are severe and will be enforced by law enforcement agencies.
Key Facts
- State: North Carolina
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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