Tyquane Lamar Stewart, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Indiana 2017

Felon in Possession of a Firearm Lands Fort Wayne Man in Prison

Fort Wayne, Indiana - In a federal crime case, Tyquane Lamar Stewart, age 25, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, was sentenced to 100 months imprisonment for being a felon in possession of a firearm.

According to documents filed in this case, Stewart possessed a firearm on or about November 16, 2016, after previously being convicted of attempted robbery, a class C felony, in December of 2010 before Allen Superior Court. This conviction made Stewart a felon, rendering him ineligible to possess a firearm.

The case was the result of an investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives with the assistance of the Fort Wayne Police Department. The case was handled by Assistant United States Attorney Stacey R. Speith.

On July 21, 2017, Stewart appeared before United States District Court Judge Theresa Springmann, who handed down the sentence of 100 months imprisonment and 1 year of supervised release.

Stewart's sentencing marks the end of a long investigation into his possession of a firearm as a convicted felon. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Fort Wayne Police Department worked together to bring Stewart to justice.

This case is a reminder of the serious consequences that come with possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. As Assistant United States Attorney Stacey R. Speith noted, 'This case demonstrates the commitment of our office to enforcing federal firearms laws and protecting our community from those who would seek to engage in such dangerous and illegal activities.'

With his sentence, Stewart will be required to serve 100 months in prison, followed by 1 year of supervised release. This sentence serves as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndin/pr/fort-wayne-man-sentenced-100-months-imprisonment