Kenner Man Caught with Meth and Stolen Gun, Faces 40 Years
New Orleans, LA – In a shocking display of disregard for the law, 37-year-old Alton Grayson, a resident of Kenner, Louisiana, has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of a substance containing methamphetamine and being a felon in possession of a firearm. This egregious crime has landed Grayson in hot water, with a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison.
According to court documents, Grayson was pulled over by a Kenner Police Department officer in January 2023 for traffic violations. But what the officer found in Grayson’s car was anything but ordinary. Inside, authorities discovered large bags of multicolored pills containing methamphetamine, which Grayson intended to sell. But that’s not all – Grayson also possessed a stolen Kimber Model Ultra TLE II, .45 caliber semi-automatic pistol. And to make matters worse, Grayson is prohibited from possessing a firearm due to prior felony convictions, including a conviction for possession with intent to distribute heroin.
As part of a guilty plea, Grayson faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 5 years up to a maximum sentence of 40 years imprisonment, up to a $5,000,000 fine, and at least four years of supervised release. He also faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 15 years, up to a $250,000 fine, and up to three years of supervised release for the firearm conviction. Each count also carries a mandatory $100 special assessment fee.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in communities nationwide. By bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve, PSN works to foster trust and legitimacy, support community-based organizations, set strategic enforcement priorities, and measure results.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Kenner Police Department. It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney David Berman of the Violent Crime Unit. Grayson’s actions are a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of drug trafficking and firearms offenses. As this case moves forward, one thing is clear: justice will be served, and Grayson will face the consequences of his actions.
As the nation continues to grapple with the scourge of opioid addiction and gun violence, cases like Grayson’s serve as a stark reminder of the need for continued efforts to combat these crimes. By working together, we can create safer communities and a brighter future for all.
The investigation and prosecution of Grayson’s case highlight the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies and community organizations. By pooling resources and expertise, we can tackle the complex issues surrounding drug trafficking and firearms offenses.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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