Donnell Pina, a 52-year-old resident of Hyannis, has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for illegally possessing firearms as a convicted felon. This sentence, issued by U.S. Senior District Judge William G. Young, also includes three years of supervised release following his prison term. Pina pleaded guilty to one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm, which involved selling a Chinese SKS rifle and a Walther Colt M4 Carbine to a confidential informant in 2021.
The case illustrates ongoing efforts to combat gun violence through programs like Project Safe Neighborhoods, which unites law enforcement and communities to enhance safety. Pina’s co-defendant, Ryan Diefenbach, received a six-year sentence for similar charges, highlighting the serious legal ramifications for firearm offenses, especially for individuals with prior convictions. This situation raises pointed discussions on gun control and community safety in Cape Cod.
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