Zuni Man Hit with 12-Year Sentence for Shotgun Blast at Vehicle

It was a chilling scene on the Zuni Pueblo when Cody Laweka, 27, discharged a shotgun into an occupied vehicle parked outside of a local home. Today, federal prosecutors have handed down their judgment, sentencing Laweka to 12 years in federal prison for his crime.

According to court documents, the incident unfolded as Laweka aimed his weapon at the vehicle, which was occupied by an unknown victim. The feds say that while there were no injuries reported, the act itself carried a level of terror that shocked the community.

The defendant, who hails from the Zuni Pueblo, has been charged with federal firearms offenses. Laweka’s sentence comes as a result of his actions on that fateful day when he chose to fire upon an unsuspecting vehicle and its occupants.

During his arraignment, Laweka did not express remorse but was confronted by victims’ families who were in attendance. The families expressed their relief at the sentence and called for stricter gun control measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring.

Federal prosecutors have emphasized that this case is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by unsecured firearms and the need for responsible gun ownership. The Zuni Pueblo community remains on edge, with many expressing fear that other members may be carrying such weapons without consequence.

As Laweka prepares to serve his sentence, federal investigators continue their work to trace the source of the firearm used in the attack. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

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