Jonah Robinson, Possession of Stolen Firearm, Utah 2017

Jonah Robinson, a self-proclaimed member of the Kearns Town Bloods, has been sentenced for possession of a stolen firearm and possession of ammunition in a federal case in Utah. According to court documents, Robinson pointed a firearm at a group of Provo City police officers in a Snapchat video, threatening to shoot them. The video was seen by a concerned citizen who contacted law enforcement. Robinson was on state court probation at the time of the offense and had a felony conviction, making possession of the firearm a violation of federal law. The case was investigated by the Provo City Police Department, the FBI, and the Utah County Major Crimes Task Force.

The indictment alleges that the firearm used in the video was stolen, and Robinson’s possession of it is a violation of federal law. As a result, he faces up to 10 years in prison for the possession of a stolen firearm and up to 5 years for possession of ammunition. The total sentence could be up to 15 years in prison. Robinson’s lawyer was not available for comment, but the FBI has stated that they take gang activity and violent crime seriously and will continue to investigate and prosecute those who engage in such behavior.

The case is a reminder of the dangers of gang activity and the importance of vigilant law enforcement and community members in preventing and investigating such crimes. The Provo City Police Department has stated that they will continue to work with the FBI and other agencies to keep their community safe from gang violence.

The U.S. v. Jonah Robinson case highlights the need for continued efforts to combat gang activity in Utah and nationwide. The FBI and other law enforcement agencies will continue to work together to investigate and prosecute those who engage in gang-related crimes.

Robinson’s sentencing is a significant step in the fight against gang violence in Utah. The Provo City Police Department and the FBI will continue to work together to keep their community safe from gang activity and to bring perpetrators to justice.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah has stated that they will continue to prioritize cases involving gang activity and violent crime, and will work closely with law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute such cases.

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