WALTER OLIVER, age 28, of New Orleans, has pleaded guilty to a one count federal indictment for being a felon in possession of a firearm. This charge carries serious consequences, and OLIVER now faces a maximum sentence of 10 years imprisonment, a fine of up to $250,000.00, a period of supervised release of 3 years, and a mandatory special assessment of $100.00.
According to the U.S. Attorney Peter G. Strasser, OLIVER pleaded guilty as charged, and his sentencing is scheduled for September 4, 2019. The Honorable Jane Triche Milazzo will preside over the sentencing hearing. The prosecution is being handled by Assistant United States Attorney Brittany L. Reed.
The investigation into OLIVER’s case was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the New Orleans Police Department. U.S. Attorney Strasser praised the work of these agencies, highlighting their crucial role in bringing OLIVER to justice. The successful prosecution of this case is a testament to the effective collaboration between federal and local law enforcement agencies.
OLIVER’s guilty plea is a significant outcome in the context of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), the centerpiece of the Department of Justice’s violent crime reduction efforts. PSN is an evidence-based program that has been proven to be effective at reducing violent crime. By focusing enforcement efforts on the most violent offenders and partnering with locally based prevention and reentry programs, PSN aims to achieve lasting reductions in crime.
The PSN program takes a comprehensive approach to addressing violent crime, involving a broad spectrum of stakeholders to identify the most pressing problems in the community and develop solutions to address them. In OLIVER’s case, the successful investigation and prosecution demonstrate the effectiveness of this approach in holding offenders accountable and preventing further violence.
As OLIVER awaits sentencing, the community can take comfort in knowing that the justice system is working to keep them safe. The guilty plea and impending sentence serve as a reminder that being a felon in possession of a firearm is a serious offense with severe consequences. The U.S. Attorney’s Office and law enforcement agencies will continue to work tirelessly to prosecute such cases and reduce violent crime in New Orleans and beyond.
In conclusion, the guilty plea of WALTER OLIVER is a significant development in the fight against violent crime in New Orleans. As the case moves forward to sentencing, it is clear that the justice system is committed to holding offenders accountable and keeping the community safe. With the continued efforts of law enforcement agencies and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the city can look forward to a safer future.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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