Kyle Conerly, Felon in Possession of Firearm, Louisiana 2026

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Kyle Conerly, a 33-year-old New Orleans man, has been sentenced to 33 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release, along with a $100 mandatory special assessment fee, after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Sections 922(g)(1) and 924(a)(8).

According to court documents, on November 20, 2023, New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) officers were conducting surveillance on a residence in the Holly Grove neighborhood. When officers moved in to make arrests, Conerly ran to the backyard of the residence and threw a loaded handgun over the fence.

Conerly is prohibited from possessing a handgun because of prior convictions for attempted second-degree murder and manslaughter in Orleans Parish. This new charge further highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat violent crime in the city.

The case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the federal 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.

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New Orleans Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney David Berman of the Violent Crime Unit is in charge of the prosecution.

The 33-month sentence handed down by U.S. District Judge Sarah S. Vance sends a clear message that those who choose to disregard the law and continue to engage in violent crime will face severe consequences.

As the city continues to grapple with the effects of violent crime, it is reassuring to see law enforcement agencies working together to bring perpetrators to justice. This case is a prime example of the dedication and commitment of our law enforcement agencies to keeping our communities safe.

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