A former resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been accused of violating federal firearm laws.
Isaiah Khalil Wise, age 21, formerly of the City’s East Hills neighborhood, has been charged with one count of violating federal firearm laws.
According to the indictment, on or about December 4, 2021, Wise possessed a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon.
It is prohibited under federal law for a convicted felon to be in possession of a firearm and/or ammunition.
The law provides for a term of imprisonment not more than ten years, a fine not to exceed $250,000 or both.
Assistant United States Attorney Brian W. Castello is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Office of the Attorney General – Criminal Law Division and the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office conducted the investigation leading to the indictment in this case.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), the centerpiece of the violent crime reduction efforts.
An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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