Floyd Henry, Gun Trafficking, New Jersey 2019

Floyd Henry, a 36-year-old Paterson man, has admitted to engaging in the business of dealing firearms without a license and unlawfully possessing 16 firearms. The conviction stems from four occasions in 2019 where Henry sold or attempted to sell the firearms in Passaic County, New Jersey, in exchange for over $8,000.

According to the evidence presented in court, Henry had purchased or obtained the firearms and ammunition in other states, transported them to New Jersey, and sold them to an individual in Passaic County. The firearms seized included two semi-automatic rifles, three revolvers, and 11 semi-automatic pistols, along with over 100 rounds of ammunition.

Henry is facing a maximum potential penalty of up to five years in prison for engaging in the business of dealing firearms without a license, and up to 10 years in prison for each of the four counts of being a felon in possession of a firearm. Given the severity of the charges, Henry could face a total of up to 50 years in prison.

The investigation into Henry’s activities was led by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, under the direction of Acting Special Agent in Charge Toby C. Taylor, Newark Field Division. Other agencies involved in the investigation include the Passaic County Sherriff’s Office, the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, and the New Jersey State Police.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher D. Amore is representing the government in this case. Henry is scheduled to be sentenced on November 23, 2021.

This conviction serves as a reminder of the importance of enforcing federal and state laws related to firearms trafficking. It also highlights the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies in New Jersey to combat gun violence and keep communities safe.

Floyd Henry’s guilty plea marks a significant milestone in the efforts to combat gun trafficking in New Jersey. As the investigation and prosecution of such cases continue, Grimy Times will provide updates and analysis on the impact of these convictions on public safety and the community.

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