A Grayson County convicted felon has been charged with unlawfully possessing a machine gun in the Eastern District of Texas. Xavier Donnell Porter, 32, was named in an indictment returned by a federal grand jury this week in the Eastern District of Texas charging him with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of ammunition and possession of a machine gun.
The indictment alleges that on December 5, 2024, Porter was found in possession of a machine gun. Further investigation revealed he is a convicted felon and prohibited by federal law from owning or possessing firearms or ammunition. This is a serious offense that puts the community at risk, and law enforcement is taking it very seriously.
This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETFs) and Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN).
If convicted, Porter faces up to 15 years in federal prison. This is a significant sentence that reflects the severity of the crime. The prosecution will likely seek the maximum penalty, given the seriousness of the offense and the defendant’s prior criminal history.
This case is being investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Chalana Oliver. The investigation and prosecution are being handled by experienced professionals who are dedicated to keeping the community safe from violent crime. A federal indictment is not evidence of guilt, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
The community can be assured that law enforcement is working tirelessly to prevent and prosecute violent crime. The fact that Porter was caught and indicted is a testament to the effectiveness of Operation Take Back America and the dedication of law enforcement agencies. As the case moves forward, the Grimy Times will continue to provide updates and analysis.
In the meantime, the people of Grayson County can rest a little easier knowing that a potentially dangerous individual is off the streets. The indictment of Xavier Donnell Porter is a reminder that violent crime will not be tolerated in our communities, and those who engage in it will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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