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BLUEFIELD, W.Va. – Inmate Guilty
Tyrell Saunders, 22, pleaded guilty to possessing a weapon in prison, announced Acting United States Attorney Carol Casto. Saunders admitted to possessing a handcrafted metal weapon known as a ‘shank’ on May 11, 2015.
Saunders, an inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution at McDowell, faces up to five years in federal prison when he is sentenced on April 5, 2016. Assistant United States Attorney John File is handling the prosecution of Saunders.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Saunders entered his guilty plea before Senior United States District Judge David A. Faber.
Saunders’ charge stems from his possession of a weapon in prison, which is a serious offense. The Federal Bureau of Prisons takes such incidents very seriously and works diligently to prevent them.
Saunders’ sentencing is scheduled for April 5, 2016. The court will determine his sentence at that time.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons continues to work to maintain a safe and secure environment within its facilities. This case is a reminder of the consequences of possessing a weapon in prison.
Saunders’ guilty plea marks a significant step in the case, and the prosecution will continue to move forward with the sentencing phase.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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