A federal grand jury has indicted Helan Noel Lopez-Sanchez, a 32-year-old Salvadoran national, for illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition after a standoff with SWAT at a Fresno hotel. The authorities acted on information that Lopez-Sanchez, a convicted felon who previously escaped from custody, was found at a Motel 6 where a drone was deployed to surveil his actions, revealing he was armed with a rifle aimed at law enforcement.
Lopez-Sanchez could face a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison if convicted, as he is prohibited from possessing firearms due to prior felony convictions. This case is linked to Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative aimed at combating illegal immigration and reducing violent crime, and underscores the ongoing efforts of agencies like Homeland Security Investigations and the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office to enhance community safety.
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