Marquis Trammel, Firearms Theft, Pennsylvania 2016

Pittsburgh Teen Charged with Stealing Firearms from Licensed Dealer

PITTSBURGH – Marquis Trammel, 19, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon and stealing firearms from a licensed firearms dealer, Acting United States Attorney Soo C. Song announced today.

The two-count indictment, returned on Jan. 17, comes after Trammel allegedly stole five rifles and ammunition from the Dunham’s Discount Sports store located in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, on December 20, 2016. According to the indictment, Trammel, who has a prior felony robbery conviction, is precluded from possessing a firearm or ammunition.

The law provides for a maximum total sentence of 10 years in prison, a fine not greater than $250,000, or both. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offense and the prior criminal history of the defendant.

Assistant United States Attorney Amy L. Johnston is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosive and the West Mifflin Police Department conducted the investigation leading to the indictment in this case.

This case is being prosecuted under Project Safe Neighborhoods, a collaborative effort by federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and communities to prevent, deter and prosecute gun crime. An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Trammel’s alleged actions are a stark reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation in preventing gun violence. As our city continues to grapple with the aftermath of gun-related crimes, it is essential that we hold those responsible accountable for their actions.

The investigation into Trammel’s activities is ongoing, and we urge anyone with information regarding this case to come forward and assist law enforcement in bringing perpetrators to justice.

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