Jonathan Manuel Flores, a 20-year-old from Chula Vista, is sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for robbing an undercover ATF agent at gunpoint during a firearm sale. This incident, which occurred in February 2023 in a Walmart parking lot, highlights the dangers of illegal gun trafficking, especially as it involved “ghost guns” and other unregulated firearms.
During the meeting, Flores brandished a firearm, threatened the agent, and stole cash intended for the purchase. This case is part of a larger investigation into firearm trafficking, with Flores admitting to selling weapons on multiple occasions to undercover agents. His actions not only led to serious criminal charges but also underlying issues regarding gun control and trafficking in the region.
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