Roderick Johnson, Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon, Louisiana 2014

MONROE, La. – In a shocking turn of events, a local man has been sentenced to 60 months in prison for possessing a firearm after having been convicted of felonies.

Roderick Johnson, 34, of Monroe, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Robert G. James on one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He was also sentenced to three years of supervised release. According to the June 3, 2015 guilty plea, Johnson was found to be in possession of a Rohm model RG38 .38 caliber revolver at his residence on Angela Drive in Monroe, while a Louisiana State Trooper was investigating another matter on October 17, 2014.

A records check indicated that Johnson had several felony convictions and was on probation at the time the weapon was found. This egregious act has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving many to wonder how such a crime could have occurred.

The case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a federal initiative designed to reduce firearm crimes by removing dangerous and persistent felons from the community and promote firearm safety.

The ATF and Louisiana State Police conducted the investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Robert W. Gillespie Jr. prosecuted the case.

Roderick Johnson’s sentence serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of violating federal laws regarding firearm possession. As the community continues to grapple with the aftermath of this crime, one thing is clear: the possession of firearms by convicted felons will not be tolerated.

With this sentence, the people of Monroe can rest a little easier knowing that justice has been served. The Grimy Times will continue to monitor this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.

— Mandatory Facts:
Defendant: Roderick Johnson
Crime: Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
City and State: Monroe, Louisiana
Date: October 17, 2014 (arrest) and June 3, 2015 (guilty plea)
Sentence: 60 months in prison and three years of supervised release
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