Nvaun Lewis, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Indiana 2024

Grimy Times has learned that Nvaun Lewis, a 30-year-old man from Gary, Indiana, was sentenced to 88 months in prison for being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. Lewis pleaded guilty to the charges and was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty on [no date given].

The charges against Lewis stem from a traffic stop in Michigan City, where police found a loaded pistol with an extended magazine and a ‘full auto’ switch in his possession. Lewis had multiple prior felony convictions, including robbery and armed robbery, making him prohibited from possessing the firearm.

According to documents in the case, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, with assistance from the Michigan City Police Department, conducted the investigation and found the firearm in Lewis’s possession. The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Joel Gabrielse.

This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence by bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve. The program focuses on fostering trust and legitimacy in communities, supporting community-based organizations, setting focused enforcement priorities, and measuring results.

Nvaun Lewis, a 30-year-old man from Gary, Indiana, had multiple prior felony convictions, including robbery and armed robbery. This history of violence led to Lewis being prohibited from possessing a firearm.

The Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program was launched on May 26, 2021, with a violent crime reduction strategy that strengthens the program based on its core principles. This effort aims to make neighborhoods safer for everyone.

Nvaun Lewis, a 30-year-old man from Gary, Indiana, was sentenced to 88 months in prison for being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. Lewis had multiple prior felony convictions and was prohibited from possessing the firearm.

This case is an example of the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to reduce violent crime and gun violence in communities across the country. By working together and focusing on prevention and enforcement, law enforcement agencies can make a positive impact on neighborhoods and keep citizens safe.

Mandatory Facts: Defendant: Nvaun Lewis, Crime: Felon in Possession of a Firearm, City and State: Gary, Indiana, Date: [no date given], Sentence: 88 months in prison, Supervised Release: 3 years.

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