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A York, Pennsylvania resident has been sentenced to 105 months in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a previously convicted felon, as announced by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The sentencing by United States District Judge Keli M. Neary on November 13, 2025, marks a significant penalty for illegal gun possession in the region.
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The case against Dereese Williams, 32, stemmed from an incident on September 30, 2021, when he fled from a traffic stop initiated by the Pennsylvania State Police. Following a pursuit, Williams crashed his vehicle and attempted to escape on foot, but was apprehended by law enforcement. A subsequent search of his vehicle revealed two firearms: a Phoenix Arms .22 caliber pistol and a Masada 9mm pistol. Williams had previously been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year, making his possession of these weapons a federal offense.
This prosecution is part of a broader national effort known as Operation Take Back America, a Justice Department initiative aimed at combating violent crime, including that linked to illegal immigration and transnational criminal organizations. The operation combines resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETFs) and Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN) to address these pervasive issues. The investigation into Williams’s firearm possession was a collaborative effort between the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Pennsylvania State Police. Assistant United States Attorney Michael A. Consiglio handled the prosecution of the case.
For residents of Pennsylvania, this sentencing underscores the serious legal consequences associated with firearm possession by individuals with prior felony convictions. The Department of Justice’s continued focus on these offenses through initiatives like Operation Take Back America indicates an ongoing commitment to reducing gun violence and holding offenders accountable.
Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Pennsylvania
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