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Kansas City Man Sentenced to 9 Years for Illegally Possessing a Firearm
A Kansas City, Mo., man was sentenced in federal court today for illegally possessing a Smith & Wesson 9mm semi-automatic pistol.
Jermaine J. Arrington, 42, was sentenced in United States District Court to one hundred eight months in prison without parole for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
On May 20, 2025, officers were called to 31st and Prospect Ave., Kansas City, Mo., regarding an armed disturbance with shots fired. When officers arrived in the area, they encountered Arrington, who grabbed his waistband and began to walk away. Officers gave commands to Arrington to show his hands and get on the ground; however, Arrington refused and ran from officers.
During the foot chase, Arrington pulled a black handgun from his waistband and tossed it over a vehicle. Arrington was taken into custody afterward. Following his arrest, officers found approximately 2 grams of methamphetamine in Arrington’s front pocket.
Officers retrieved the firearm, which was a Smith & Wesson, Model M&P, 9mm pistol that had been reported stolen from Olathe, Ks, in 2023. The firearm was loaded with one round in the chamber and twelve rounds in the magazine.
Arrington, who is a convicted felon, had been found guilty of six prior felony offenses before today’s hearing. This case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Brad K. Kavanaugh. It was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department.
This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the defendant was given a sentence that reflects the serious nature of the crime. ‘This case is a prime example of the dangers of illegal gun possession and the importance of keeping our communities safe,’ said Assistant U.S. Attorney Brad K. Kavanaugh.
Jermaine J. Arrington, Defendant Real Full Name
Criminal Charges: Being a felon in possession of a firearm
City and State: Kansas City, Missouri
Exact Date: May 20, 2025
Sentence or Outcome: 108 months in prison without parole
Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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