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Monroe gas station shooting suspect faces up to 25 years in federal prison for his alleged involvement
By Kevin Dudley, Jr.,
4 days ago
MONROE, La. ( KTVE/KARD ) — On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced that a federal jury returned an indictment charging a Monroe man with firearm charges in connection with a shooting that took place on March 29, 2024, in Monroe, La.
According to officials, 20-year-old Tristan Barber was indicted and charged with two counts of possession of firearms by a convicted felon, and two counts of illegal possession of a machine gun. The indictment alleges that on or about March 29, 2024, and again on April 16, 2024, Barber knowingly possessed a Glock Model 22 Gen 3, .40 caliber pistol and ammunition, knowing he had previously been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year.
Officials also mentioned that Barber allegedly possessed a machine gun equipped with a conversion device.
Our investigation has determined that this defendant, a convicted felon, is a very dangerous individual and has no respect for the law. As I have stated previously, we will aggressively charge and prosecute individuals that possess these firearms that are modified with switches and conversion devices. Thanks to our state and local partners for a thorough investigation and apprehending this defendant.
Brandon B. Brown, United States Attorney
If Barber is convicted, he will face up to 15 years in federal prison for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and up to 10 years for illegal possession of a machine gun.
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