Three men face federal charges related to the illegal possession of machine gun conversion devices, commonly called “switches,” following a major law enforcement operation in Alabama. This crackdown resulted in the seizure of 53 devices, marking the largest operation of its kind in the Middle District of Alabama, where these devices have recently been outlawed.
The arrests include Maceo Levar Edwards and Elliott Arjuna Turner, both aged 22, who were charged after officers discovered them with multiple conversion devices. Authorities emphasize the seriousness of the charges, indicating that if convicted, the men could each face up to 10 years in federal prison. The investigation, spearheaded by a multi-agency task force, reflects ongoing efforts to combat the rise of illegal firearms in the region.
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