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Defendant Caught Carrying Gun in Mall Faces Years in Prison
Michael Johnson, 32, of Mobile, Alabama, was sentenced to 10 years in prison on firearms charges in federal court. Johnson, a previously convicted felon, was caught carrying a firearm in a mall in Savannah, Alabama. The charges stemmed from a weapons offense under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1), which prohibits felons from possessing firearms.
According to court documents, Johnson had a prior conviction for robbery and was sentenced as an armed career criminal. His sentence included a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison due to his prior conviction.
Second Defendant Fires Shots in Neighborhood, Receives Prison Time
Demetrius Henderson, 29, of Birmingham, Alabama, was sentenced to 7 years in prison on firearms charges in federal court. Henderson fired shots in a neighborhood, causing fear and panic among residents. The charges stemmed from a firearms offense under 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)(1)(A)(iii), which prohibits the use of a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence.
According to court documents, Henderson had a prior conviction for assault and was sentenced as an armed habitual offender. His sentence included a mandatory minimum of 7 years in prison due to his prior conviction.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Commends Sentences
Assistant U.S. Attorney [Name] commended the sentences as a step in the right direction to combating violent crime in Alabama. ‘These sentences demonstrate our commitment to keeping our communities safe from firearms offenses,’ [Name] stated.
DOJ USAO Alabama Praises Sentences
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama praised the sentences as a significant blow to violent crime in the state. ‘These sentences are a testament to our dedication to justice and public safety,’ a spokesperson stated.
Michael Johnson and Demetrius Henderson each face lengthy prison sentences for their firearms offenses. Their cases serve as a reminder of the consequences of violating federal firearms laws.
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