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Vermont Felon Sentenced to 30 Months for Gun Crime
A 36-year-old Burlington man has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for violating the Gun Control Act. Roy-Anthony Erno, 36, of Burlington, Vermont, was sentenced by United States District Judge Christina Reiss on May 2, 2024.
Erno pleaded guilty to being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm because of a prior felony conviction. According to court records, on May 3, 2022, members of the South Burlington Police Department responded to a hotel following a report that an individual refused to leave a room.
Law enforcement then encountered Erno, who agreed to leave the room and admitted to investigators that he possessed a firearm in his backpack. Erno consented to a search of the bag and officers located a 9mm Smith & Wesson firearm in the backpack. Erno was placed under arrest and subsequently charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
United States Attorney Nikolas P. Kerest commended the collaborative investigatory efforts of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) and the South Burlington Police Department. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jonathan Ophardt and Zachary Stendig. Erno was represented by Natasha Sen, Esq.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. By targeting violent crime and gun violence, PSN looks to improve the quality of life in Vermont communities.
The Department of Justice’s PSN program aims to reduce violent crime and gun violence by focusing on prevention, intervention, and enforcement. By working together, law enforcement and community organizations can make a significant impact in reducing violent crime and improving public safety.
Erno’s sentence serves as a reminder that violating the Gun Control Act has serious consequences. It is a felony offense to possess a firearm as a convicted felon, and those who commit this crime will face severe penalties. The U.S. Department of Justice will continue to prioritize the prosecution of individuals who violate federal firearms laws.
The case against Erno was investigated by the ATF and the South Burlington Police Department. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jonathan Ophardt and Zachary Stendig.
Key Facts
- State: Vermont
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime|Weapons|Public Corruption
- Source: Official Source ↗
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