Edson Aregullin, a 47-year-old Mexican national, is sentenced to 71 months in federal prison for orchestrating a firearms trafficking operation from Georgia to Mexico. His activities included conspiring to illegally acquire over 150 firearms, including 9mm pistols and AR-style rifles, which were ultimately smuggled across the border and linked to violent crimes in Mexico, including a deadly incident that claimed eight lives in Guanajuato.
The case underscores the serious ramifications of illegal arms trafficking and highlights a broader U.S. law enforcement initiative aimed at combating gun violence. U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg emphasized the commitment to halting the flow of firearms to criminals, noting that these trafficking activities have devastating effects on both communities in the U.S. and abroad. Aregullin’s prosecution was part of a collaborative effort under Project Safe Neighborhoods, showcasing the ongoing battle against such crimes.
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