Gregorio Salinas-Guzman, a native of Mexico living in Lyndonville, NY, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for being an alien in possession of a firearm. This sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara.
According to Assistant U.S. Attorney Seth T. Molisani, who handled the case, Salinas-Guzman is a native and citizen of Mexico with no lawful status in the United States. On March 15, 2018, Salinas-Guzman was arrested following the execution of a search warrant at his residence on Alps Road in Lyndonville.
During the search, the Orleans County Major Felony Crime Task Force, assisted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, recovered two 20 gauge shotguns; a rifle; a .22 caliber revolver; 207 rounds of ammunition; shotgun slugs; and 15 rounds of shotgun shells. Additionally, investigators found a counterfeit Social Security card and a fraudulent Permanent Resident Card in Salinas-Guzman’s name.
The sentencing is the result of an investigation by the Orleans County Major Felony Crime Task Force, under the direction of Sheriff Randy Bower, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Enforcement and Removal Operations, under the direction of Thomas E. Feely, Director of Field Operations.
U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced the sentencing, which was the result of a plea agreement. The case was handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Seth T. Molisani. For more information, contact Barbara Burns at (716) 843-5817 or fax (716) 551-3051.
The sentence of 30 months in prison serves as a reminder of the consequences of illegal firearm possession, particularly for those with no lawful status in the United States. The investigation and sentencing of Gregorio Salinas-Guzman demonstrate the commitment of law enforcement agencies to enforcing federal laws and protecting public safety.
In a statement, U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. emphasized the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies in combating illegal activities. The successful investigation and prosecution of Salinas-Guzman’s case are a testament to the effective collaboration between the Orleans County Major Felony Crime Task Force and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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