New Orleans, Louisiana – William Robinson, a 40-year-old resident of the Big Easy, has been hit with a guilty verdict for violating the Federal Gun Control Act. The crime, announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson, involves Robinson’s possession of ammunition as a convicted felon.
The charges stem from a January 2022 shooting in the French Quarter that left several shell casings at the scene. Video surveillance and evidence recovered by the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) placed Robinson, who was wearing an LA Dodgers World Series jacket during the incident, as the shooter. NOPD executed a search warrant at Robinson’s home, where they found the matching jacket.
Robinson, already a convicted felon, faces serious consequences for his actions. Sentencing is set for December 4, 2025, with a maximum sentence of ten years imprisonment, three years of supervised release, and a fine up to $250,000.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence. Acting U.S. Attorney Simpson commended the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and NOPD for their efforts in bringing Robinson to justice.
Assistant United States Attorneys Elizabeth Privitera and Maurice Landrieu handled the prosecution. The trial is a clear example of PSN’s commitment to fostering trust in communities and supporting organizations that work to prevent violence.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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