St. Louis, MO – In a shocking turn of events, a local man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for violating federal firearms laws. Robert Hennings, a resident of St. Louis, Missouri, was found guilty of being a felon in possession of a firearm.
According to court documents, the incident occurred on April 14, 2013, when St. Louis Metropolitan Police officers responded to a 911 call regarding a threatening situation at an apartment building. The victim reported that Hennings, a neighbor, had pointed a handgun at her.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers arrested Hennings and conducted a search of the area. A loaded semi-automatic pistol was found in Hennings’ coat pocket, along with a second magazine loaded with six rounds.
The victim identified Hennings’ coat and the pistol, and a review of his criminal history revealed multiple violent felonies. As a convicted felon, Hennings is forbidden by law from owning or possessing firearms.
Hennings pleaded guilty in January to one felony count of being a felon in possession of a firearm. He appeared in court today for sentencing before United States District Judge Carol E. Jackson.
The case was investigated by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Assistant United States Attorney Cristian Stevens is handling the case for the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
With a lengthy prison sentence looming, Hennings’ future is uncertain. The community is left to wonder how such a violent individual was able to possess a firearm, despite being a convicted felon.
As the city of St. Louis continues to grapple with gun violence, this case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of strict gun laws and the consequences of violating them.
Robert Hennings, a St. Louis resident, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for violating federal firearms laws.
Exact Criminal Charges: Being a felon in possession of a firearm (1 felony count)
City and State: St. Louis, MO
Exact Date: April 14, 2013
Sentence or Outcome: 15 years in prison
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Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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