A Pittsburgh man is facing up to 15 years in federal prison after being indicted for illegal possession of a firearm in York County. Authorities say the man, who has a prior felony conviction, was caught with a handgun and ammunition earlier this year, triggering federal charges under laws barring felons from owning weapons.
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Tieriq Pinnix, 32, was indicted on June 18 by a federal grand jury for possessing an FNH 9mm handgun and ammunition on March 6 in York County, despite being legally prohibited from owning firearms due to past convictions. His arrest stems from an investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Northern York Regional Police, and York Police Department.
The indictment is part of the Department of Justice’s Operation Take Back America, a national initiative aimed at dismantling drug cartels, reducing violent crime, and enhancing community safety through collaborative enforcement efforts. As the case proceeds, Pinnix remains presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
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If convicted, Pinnix could face a sentence of up to 15 years in prison, along with supervised release and financial penalties. Sentencing decisions will be made by a federal judge, who will consider federal sentencing guidelines and statutes.
Article by multiple contributors, based upon information from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
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