Pittsburgh Felon Sentenced to 3 Years for Gun Crime
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – A convicted felon was sent packing after a Pittsburgh judge ruled that he must spend the next three years behind bars for possession of a firearm, a crime that’s sadly all too common in this city.
Dijuan Taylor, 22, was sentenced in federal court on May 14, 2024, to 36 months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, on his conviction of violating federal firearms laws, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced today.
United States Senior District Judge Nora Barry Fischer imposed the sentence on Taylor, noting that firearm possession and violence, especially among juveniles and young adults, continues to be a problem in the community and that Taylor’s crime was serious and therefore requires serious consequences.
According to information presented to the Court, during a traffic stop in Hazelwood on November 21, 2022, Taylor dropped a loaded firearm with an extended magazine as he attempted to flee law enforcement. As a previously convicted felon, Taylor is prohibited under federal law from possessing a firearm or ammunition.
Assistant United States Attorney Nicole A. Stockey is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government. United States Attorney Olshan commended the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office for the investigation leading to the successful prosecution of Taylor.
The investigation and prosecution of Taylor’s case serves as a reminder that law enforcement is working tirelessly to keep our communities safe from those who would do harm. We will continue to work with our partners to bring those who break the law to justice, no matter the severity of their crime.
In closing, this case is a stark reminder of the dangers of firearm possession and the importance of holding those who break the law accountable for their actions. We hope that Taylor’s sentence will serve as a deterrent to others who would consider engaging in similar behavior.
The Grimy Times is committed to keeping our readers informed about the latest developments in the world of crime and justice. Stay tuned for more updates on this and other cases.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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