Kristopher D. Osborne, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, West Virginia 2025

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – In a shocking turn of events, Kristopher D. Osborne, 47, of Huntington, pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. The incident occurred on February 27, 2025, when a law enforcement officer encountered Osborne riding a bicycle in the area of Third Street in Huntington.

According to court documents and statements made in court, Osborne tried to flee when the officer attempted to make contact with him and wrecked the bicycle. Osborne further admitted that he told officers who approached him after the wreck that he had a firearm and that he was a felon. Officers seized a loaded Hi-Point model C9 9mm pistol from Osborne’s waistband.

Federal law prohibits a person with a prior felony conviction from possessing a firearm or ammunition. Osborne knew he was prohibited from possessing a firearm because of his prior felony convictions for grand larceny, attempted possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine, breaking and entering, and conspiracy to commit a felony in Raleigh County Circuit Court on August 30, 2022.

Osborne is scheduled to be sentenced on January 20, 2026, and faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison, up to three years of supervised release, and a fine of up to $250,000.

Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston made the announcement and commended the investigative work of the Huntington Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).

United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers presided over the hearing. Assistant United States Attorney Lesley C. Shamblin is prosecuting the case. The case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the government 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.

Osborne’s case is a stark reminder of the dangers of possessing firearms as a convicted felon. The public is advised to report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdwv/pr/huntington-man-pleads-guilty-federal-gun-crime-23