FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FORT WAYNE, IN – A Fort Wayne man has been sentenced to 48 months in prison for his involvement in a federal crime.
Roberto Villa, 38, of Milford, Indiana, was sentenced by District Judge Theresa Springmann to 48 months imprisonment and 2 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to the felony offense of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Villa has a prior conviction for dealing cocaine. This case was the result of an investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. This case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Anthony Geller.
The investigation revealed that Villa, a convicted felon, was in possession of a firearm, which is a serious offense. The sentencing of Villa serves as a reminder that those who have been convicted of crimes in the past will be held accountable for their actions.
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Indiana is committed to keeping our communities safe. We will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to investigate and prosecute those who break the law.
This case is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the investigators and prosecutors involved. We appreciate their efforts in bringing Villa to justice.
We are proud to serve the people of Northern Indiana and will continue to work tirelessly to keep our communities safe.
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Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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