Kevin Rowdy Hurst, Felon in Possession of Firearm, Oregon 2013

EUGENE, Ore. – In a disturbing case of gun violence, a Klamath Falls man has been sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition. Kevin Rowdy Hurst, 45, was handed down the sentence by U.S. District Chief Judge Ann Aiken on June 18, 2013.

Hurst's troubles with the law began on August 13, 2011, when a Klamath County Sheriff's Officer encountered him biking the streets of Klamath Falls with a loaded AR-15. When confronted, Hurst threw the rifle over a fence and eluded officers. This was not Hurst's first run-in with the law, as he has multiple felony convictions and a lengthy criminal history.

The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Klamath County Sheriff's Office, and was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Nathan J. Lichvarcik.

Hurst will serve his 120-month sentence at a federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release upon his release. The exact date of his release is not specified in the report.

The sentencing comes as a warning to those who would misuse firearms, and highlights the importance of strict gun control laws. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

In related news, the Klamath County Sheriff's Office has increased patrols in the area, with a focus on preventing future gun-related crimes.

The community is urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this story as more information becomes available.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-or/pr/felon-possession-firearm-sentenced-120-months