Tymon Peterson, Making False Statement, Connecticut 2019
Tymon Peterson, 29, Pleads Guilty to Making False Statement During Firearm Purchase
In a shocking turn of events, Tymon Peterson, 29, of Stratford, Connecticut, pleaded guilty today before U.S. District Judge Janet C. Hall in New Haven to one count of making a false statement during the purchase of a firearm. This serious crime could land him in prison for up to 10 years.
According to court documents and statements made in court, in August and September 2017, Peterson and Jamal Weir texted one another about purchasing firearms. Peterson possessed a valid pistol permit and was able to purchase firearms legally, but Weir, as a convicted felon, is prohibited from possessing firearms.
On September 22, 2017, Peterson and Weir travelled together to Hoffman’s Gun Center in Newington, where Weir provided Peterson with cash to purchase at least one firearm on his behalf. Peterson filled out an ATF Form 4473 in which he falsely represented that he was the actual purchaser of a SCCY Model CPX-2, 9mm semi-automatic pistol, and that he was not acquiring the firearm for another person. Peterson gave the pistol to Weir after they exited the store.
Peterson was arrested on a federal criminal complaint on January 1, 2018. He is currently out on a $100,000 bond pending sentencing, which is scheduled for March 8, 2019.
This investigation is being conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), with the assistance of the Connecticut State Police, the Newington Police Department, and Hoffman’s Gun Center. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Anthony E. Kaplan and Margaret E. Maigret.
Tymon Peterson, a 29-year-old man from Stratford, Connecticut, has pleaded guilty to making a false statement during the purchase of a firearm. This serious crime carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison. Peterson is currently out on a $100,000 bond pending sentencing on March 8, 2019.
The case is a stark reminder of the importance of following the law when it comes to firearm purchases. Tymon Peterson’s actions put not only himself but also others at risk. His guilty plea is a step in the right direction towards justice.
Defendant: Tymon Peterson
Criminal Charges: Making a false statement during the purchase of a firearm (18 U.S.C. § 924(a)(1)(A))
City and State: Stratford, Connecticut
Exact Date: September 22, 2017
Sentence or Outcome: Up to 10 years in prison, currently out on a $100,000 bond pending sentencing
Dollar Amounts: $100,000 bond
This investigation is ongoing, and it is unknown what other charges may be filed in the future. For now, Tymon Peterson must face the consequences of his actions.
Key Facts
- State: Connecticut
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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