“United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced that a Tampa man has been indicted on federal charges for unlawfully possessing a firearm and ammunition.” If found guilty under the Armed Career Criminal Act, the defendant, Shannon Pernell Brown, 39, faces a significant jail sentence, with a minimum of 15 years and a maximum of life in federal prison.
The allegations are related to an August 31 incident in which Brown was allegedly discovered in possession of ammo and a Glock gun. With a history of felony convictions including conspiracy to traffic in cocaine, trafficking in cocaine, and possession of cocaine with intent to sell or deliver, this indictment serves as a sobering reminder of the serious repercussions that can occur when an individual decides to re-enter the legal system by allegedly breaking federal firearm laws. The Department of Justice emphasizes that Brown is presumed innocent until and unless he is proven guilty in a court of law, and that an indictment is a formal accusation rather than a verdict of guilt.
The government’s persistent determination to not only prosecute but also dismantle any instrumentalities linked to criminal conduct was demonstrated by the federal indictment’s announcement that the Glock weapon and ammo used in the alleged offense would be forfeited. This case is in line with the larger initiatives of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a national program that attempts to unite law enforcement at all levels and the communities they serve in order to combat gun violence and violent crime. Launched in 2021, the updated approach places a strong emphasis on outcome evaluation, targeted enforcement priorities, community trust, and assistance for organizations that reduce violence.
The Tampa Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are also working on this case. The case will be prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Jeff Chang. The indictment of Shannon Pernell Brown is a part of the continuous fight to keep neighborhoods safe and law-abiding in Tampa and beyond, not just one court case. While maintaining the rule of law, which is essential to any society looking to equitably secure the life and liberty of its members, PSN’s revitalized approach and dedicated oversight are intended to systemically deter potential offenders and sincerely rehabilitate those who have strayed.
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