Reginald Bennett’s Guilty Plea Shines Light on West Virginia’s Firearm Violations
CHARLESTON, W. Va. – Reginald Bennett, 40, of Cedar Grove, West Virginia, has pleaded guilty to unlawful concealment of a firearm, announced United States Attorney Booth Goodwin.
The incident took place in September of 2013 when Bennett was stopped by the Charleston Police for a traffic violation. During the stop, officers discovered a .38 caliber Colt revolver in Bennett’s possession. At the time of the stop, Bennett was prohibited from possessing any gun due to a prior felony conviction.
After his release from custody, Bennett removed a Ruger M77 rifle from his home in Cedar Grove and hid it in a home in South Charleston to prevent law enforcement officers from finding it. The rifle was discovered when a federal search warrant was executed at the South Charleston residence.
The United States Attorney’s Office has stated that Bennett faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison when he is sentenced on December 11, 2014. As part of his plea, Bennett agreed to forfeit both the revolver and the rifle.
The investigation was conducted by the United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms and the Charleston Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Erik S. Goes is prosecuting the matter on behalf of the United States.
The case highlights the importance of adhering to firearm laws in the state of West Virginia. Bennett’s actions demonstrate the consequences of violating these laws, and the need for stricter regulations to prevent such incidents.
Bennett’s guilty plea serves as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions. The West Virginia community can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that justice has been served in this case.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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