In a recent development, three individuals from New Orleans have been sentenced for federal gun and drug offenses. Terran Williams, also known as “Funky,” Allen Gray, known as “Kyedi,” and Kerry Brooks, were sentenced by United States District Judge Carl J. Barbier. Williams received a 180-month prison sentence, while Gray received the same sentence along with Brooks receiving a slightly longer sentence of 197 months. The charges against them stemmed from multiple incidents involving drugs and firearms. This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in communities.
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Three New Orleans Men Sentenced for Federal Gun and Drug Offenses
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Introduction
In a recent case, three men from New Orleans have been sentenced for federal gun and drug offenses. Terran Williams, Allen Gray, and Kerry Brooks were charged with violations of the Federal Gun Control Act and the Federal Controlled Substances Act. This article will provide background information on the case and an overview of the sentences handed down to the defendants.
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Background
The case involves Terran Williams, Allen Gray, and Kerry Brooks, who are all residents of New Orleans, Louisiana. The charges stem from a twelve-count indictment that accused the defendants of various violations related to the possession and distribution of drugs, as well as firearms offenses.
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Overview of the Case
According to court records, the defendants were charged in connection with four different events. The first event involved a car chase in which Williams and Gray wrecked a vehicle while attempting to flee from the police. Guns, drugs, and identification documents were found in the wrecked vehicle.
The second event took place when the FBI arrested Williams and discovered a rifle, a pistol, and a significant amount of marijuana in his possession. Williams was subsequently charged with three additional counts related to drug possession and firearms offenses.
In the third event, Gray and Brooks were found in a New Orleans hotel room with a large quantity of marijuana, fentanyl, cash, and handguns with extended magazines. They were charged with possession with intent to distribute drugs and firearms offenses.
Finally, the FBI arrested Brooks at an apartment outside of New Orleans where they found cash, a digital scale with powder, fentanyl, and another pistol with an extended magazine. Brooks was charged with possession with intent to distribute drugs and firearms offenses.
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Sentences for the Defendants
Terran Williams was sentenced to 180 months imprisonment, four years of supervised release, and a $600 mandatory special assessment fee. Allen Gray received the same sentence, and Kerry Brooks was sentenced to 197 months imprisonment, five years of supervised release, and a $600 mandatory special assessment fee.
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Terran Williams Sentenced
Terran Williams, also known as “Funky,” received a sentence of 180 months imprisonment, four years of supervised release, and a $600 mandatory special assessment fee. The court granted Williams a downward variance in his sentence.
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Allen Gray Sentenced
Allen Gray, also known as “Kyedi,” received the same sentence as Terran Williams. He was sentenced to 180 months imprisonment, four years of supervised release, and a $600 mandatory special assessment fee.
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Kerry Brooks Sentenced
Kerry Brooks received a higher sentence compared to Williams and Gray. He was sentenced to 197 months imprisonment, five years of supervised release, and a $600 mandatory special assessment fee.
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Charges and Events
The defendants were charged with multiple counts related to drug possession, possession with intent to distribute, and firearms offenses. The charges stemmed from four different events:
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Car Chase: Williams and Gray were charged with possession of marijuana and fentanyl with the intent to distribute, possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking, and being felons in possession of firearms. These charges were related to a car chase on August 26, 2020, during which the defendants wrecked a vehicle while fleeing from the police.
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Arrest of Williams: When Williams was arrested by the FBI on September 12, 2020, he was found in possession of a rifle, a pistol, and a large amount of marijuana. He was subsequently charged with three additional counts, including possession with intent to distribute marijuana and firearms offenses.
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Hotel Room Discovery: Two days after arresting Williams, the FBI found Gray and Brooks in a New Orleans hotel room. They were in possession of a large quantity of marijuana, fentanyl, cash, and handguns with extended magazines. Gray and Brooks were charged with possession with intent to distribute drugs and firearms offenses.
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Arrest of Brooks: The FBI later arrested Brooks at an apartment outside of New Orleans and recovered cash, a digital scale with powder, fentanyl, and another pistol with an extended magazine. He was charged with possession with intent to distribute drugs and firearms offenses.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, three men from New Orleans have been sentenced for federal gun and drug offenses. The defendants, Terran Williams, Allen Gray, and Kerry Brooks, faced charges related to the possession and distribution of drugs, as well as firearms offenses. The sentences handed down to the defendants reflected the seriousness of their crimes and aimed to protect the community from further harm. This case highlights the efforts of law enforcement agencies to address violent crime and gun violence through initiatives such as Project Safe Neighborhoods.