A man in East Greenbush, New York, is sentenced to 14 years in state prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges related to possessing a loaded assault weapon. Kenneth Phelan’s conviction comes after police discovered him with an unserialized AR-style rifle, a high-capacity magazine, and military-grade ammunition during a confrontation over unauthorized target shooting on private property.
Phelan faced significant penalties as a predicate felony offender due to his six prior felony convictions, which prohibited him from legally possessing firearms. The East Greenbush Police apprehended him on November 11, 2024, highlighting the serious nature of weapons offenses in the community and underscoring ongoing concerns regarding gun safety and illegal possession.
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