A Halifax gang member, 29-year-old Shelvy Edwards, is sentenced to four years and nine months in prison for possessing a stolen AR-15 rifle. This sentence follows Edwards’ guilty plea on August 21, after law enforcement apprehended him in September 2023, acting on a tip related to his illegal gun possession.
Upon approaching Edwards, officers observed him attempting to hide a long, dark object in his vehicle before fleeing the scene. Quick action from law enforcement, including a K-9 unit, led to his arrest, revealing a fully loaded firearm that was unlawfully in his possession due to previous felony convictions involving robbery and unlawful wounding. This case highlights ongoing efforts to combat gun violence and gang activity in the region.
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