New Orleans native ARTHUR ALLEN was handed a 90-month prison sentence on February 8, 2023, for his involvement in drug trafficking and weapons possession. The sentence, handed down by U.S. District Court Judge Jane Triche Milazzo, also includes three years of supervised release and a $300 mandatory special assessment fee.
Allen was indicted on four counts: one charge for intent to distribute a controlled substance, another for possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and two more for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Count 3 of the indictment against Allen did not result in charges.
The arrest of Allen came after New Orleans Police conducted a traffic stop on July 29, 2021. Officers discovered illegal drugs and firearms during their search of the vehicle containing Allen. Following his flight from the scene, Allen was apprehended by law enforcement.
Allen’s conviction is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a federal initiative aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence across the country. The program focuses on fostering trust in communities, supporting local organizations to prevent violence, and strategically enforcing laws to improve neighborhood safety.
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans commended the efforts of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, Louisiana State Police, and the New Orleans Police Department for their roles in the prosecution of Allen. Assistant United States Attorney Inga Petrovich led the case on behalf of the government.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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