Xuemei Zhao, Gun and Ammo Smuggling, Utah 2023

Xuemei Zhao Caught Smuggling Gun and Ammo at Utah Airport, Alabama 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Xuemei Zhao, 54, of the People’s Republic of China, who was residing in the United States illegally, was sentenced today to time served (imprisonment approximately one year) after she tried to check a suitcase with an undeclared .357 Magnum revolver and ammunition, at the Provo Airport.

The crime took place at the Provo Airport, where Zhao attempted to check a suitcase containing a firearm and ammunition without declaring it to authorities. The undeclared items included a .357 Magnum revolver and an undisclosed amount of ammunition.

According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah, Zhao’s actions were a serious breach of federal regulations and put the safety of airport staff and travelers at risk.

Xuemei Zhao was residing in the United States illegally at the time of the incident. She has been sentenced to time served, which is approximately one year in prison.

The incident highlights the importance of airport security and the need for travelers to adhere to federal regulations when transporting firearms and ammunition.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah has emphasized the need for strict enforcement of federal regulations to prevent such incidents in the future.

Xuemei Zhao’s case is a grim reminder of the consequences of attempting to smuggle firearms and ammunition at airports. The incident serves as a warning to travelers to always declare their items correctly to avoid any repercussions.

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