Aaron Patrick Stamets, 42, of Charles Town, West Virginia, pleaded guilty to possessing two firearms despite being prohibited from having them. The crime took place in August 2020 in Jefferson County.
According to the guilty plea, Stamets faces up to 10 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $250,000. However, the actual sentence will be determined by the seriousness of the offenses and any prior criminal history.
Stamets’ guilty plea is the result of investigations supported by the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) under the Attorney General-led Synthetic Opioid Surge (SOS)/Special Operations Division (SOD) Project Clean Sweep.
The OCDETF initiative aims to reduce the supply of synthetic opioids in areas identified by the Attorney General, thereby reducing drug overdoses and deaths. The project also seeks to identify and dismantle national and international wholesale distribution networks and sources of supply.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Timothy D. Helman is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government, with the Charles Town Police Department conducting the initial investigation.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Robert W. Trumble presided over the case. The guilty plea is a significant blow to those involved in the illicit firearms trade, and it is a testament to the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat crime in the region.
The guilty plea marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts to reduce crime in Jefferson County and the surrounding areas. It is a reminder that law enforcement agencies will continue to work tirelessly to bring those responsible for crime to justice.
Stamets’ sentencing will be determined at a later date. In the meantime, the community can rest assured that those involved in the illicit firearms trade will be held accountable for their actions.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Weapons|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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