Kulmiye Abukar Idris, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Maine 2025
A Lewiston man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Kulmiye Abukar Idris, 35, was found guilty of the crime and was sentenced on November 18, 2025 in U.S. District Court in Portland, Maine.
Idris was driving a vehicle in Lewiston in January 2025 when he was stopped by police officers for traffic violations. A search of the vehicle revealed a handgun, which Idris was not allowed to possess due to his previous conviction for gross sexual assault in Androscoggin County in 2024.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and Lewiston Police Department investigated the case, with assistance from the Androscoggin County District Attorney’s Office. This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that aims to protect communities from violent crime.
Idris will serve his 18-month sentence consecutively from a 42-month state prison sentence for Gross Sexual Assault. Following his imprisonment, he will be on supervised release for three years. The details of the crime and the investigation reveal a serious threat to public safety, highlighting the need for stricter gun laws and increased enforcement of existing regulations.
The case against Idris serves as a reminder of the consequences of breaking the law and the importance of community involvement in preventing violent crime. The efforts of law enforcement agencies and government initiatives like Operation Take Back America are crucial in keeping communities safe and holding individuals accountable for their actions.
Kulmiye Abukar Idris was found guilty of being a felon in possession of a firearm, a serious crime that puts innocent lives at risk. His sentence serves as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions, and it is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies and the justice system to protect the public.
Key Facts
- State: Maine
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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