Treneal De’Ron Beasley, 25, of Pike Road, Alabama, has been sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for illegally possessing a machinegun. The sentencing, which took place on July 31, 2025, is the latest development in a case that began with a domestic disturbance call in August 2024.
According to court records, on August 17, 2024, officers with the Montgomery Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance call. The caller reported that her child’s father was attempting to force his way into her home. Upon arrival, officers heard an argument inside the residence and, upon entering the home, observed Beasley holding a handgun.
Beasley was immediately taken into custody and the firearm was seized. Further examination revealed that the handgun was equipped with a machinegun conversion device, commonly known as a “switch.” This device converts a semi-automatic firearm into a fully automatic weapon, capable of firing up to 20 rounds per second with a single pull of the trigger.
The implications of Beasley’s actions are severe. The possession of a machinegun is a serious offense, and the fact that Beasley had a device that could convert a semi-automatic firearm into a fully automatic weapon raises concerns about public safety. The Montgomery Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) investigated the case, which Assistant United States Attorney J. Patrick Lamb prosecuted.
On March 26, 2025, Beasley pleaded guilty to possession of a machinegun. In addition to his prison term, Beasley was ordered to serve three years of supervised release following his release from custody. There is no parole in the federal system, meaning that Beasley will have to serve his full sentence before being released.
The sentencing of Treneal Beasley serves as a reminder of the severity of federal laws regarding machinegun possession. The fact that Beasley was able to obtain a machinegun conversion device and use it to convert a semi-automatic firearm into a fully automatic weapon raises concerns about the availability of these devices and the need for stricter regulations. As the case comes to a close, it is clear that the federal authorities are taking a strong stance against machinegun possession and will prosecute those who break the law to the fullest extent.
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Key Facts
- State: Alabama
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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