A Fort Wayne woman has been sentenced to 36 months in prison for her role in providing firearms to a convicted felon, announced Acting United States Attorney Tina L. Nommay.
Lorraina M. Rakes, 24, was sentenced by United States District Court Chief Judge Holly Brady after pleading guilty to the charges.
The investigation revealed that between April 9 and 26, 2024, Rakes sold or disposed of three firearms to an individual she knew was a convicted felon. This individual was unable to legally purchase or possess a firearm.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, with assistance from the Fort Wayne Police Department.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Stacey R. Speith.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program that brings together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence.
Under the direction of Acting United States Attorney Nommay, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Indiana is committed to reducing violent crime and improving public safety in our communities.
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Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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