A Raleigh County man has been sentenced to two years and six months in federal prison following his conviction for being a felon in possession of firearms. Brian K. Trent, 30, was apprehended after law enforcement found him unconscious in a stolen vehicle alongside another individual, with a gun positioned between the seats. During the search, officers seized three handguns, a rifle, a shotgun, and nearly 28 grams of fentanyl, highlighting the serious implications of his illegal firearm possession.
The case underscores the strict federal laws preventing felons from owning guns, which Trent violated due to a previous conviction for destruction of property. The incident took place in September 2023 when law enforcement responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle in Raleigh County, leading to the discovery of a firearm linked to another theft case. Law officials emphasize the significance of such cases in curbing gun violence and protecting communities.
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