A Pittsburgh man has landed himself in serious trouble after trying to flee law enforcement while armed in Hazelwood, Pennsylvania.
Dijuan Taylor, 22, was sentenced in federal court 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.
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.
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.
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.
Taylor’s actions have served as a stark reminder of the dangers that exist when individuals attempt to flee from law enforcement while armed. His sentence is a testament to the commitment of law enforcement agencies in the region to keep their communities safe.
The case is a stark reminder that violating federal firearms laws can have serious consequences. Taylor’s sentence serves as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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