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A 56-year-old Shreveport man is behind bars, accused of selling a rifle to the man who slaughtered his own kids in a mass shooting. Charles Ford faces up to 15 years in federal prison after allegedly lying to feds about the sale.
On April 19, Shamar Elkins used the firearm to kill his children, leaving the community reeling. His own death means he’ll never face justice, but prosecutors hope holding Ford accountable will bring some solace to the people of Shreveport.
The investigation started with a firearms trace on the rifle used in the mass shooting. The original purchaser told feds they bought it from Ford, who sold it to Elkins without reporting the sale.
Ford’s alleged lies led to the false statement charge, which carries a five-year prison sentence. The case is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of unchecked gun sales and the importance of holding accountable those who enable them.
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📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Violent Crime
- Defendant: Louisiana
- Location: LA
- Source: DOJ Press Release
