A Florida man is headed to federal prison after crossing state lines to sell an untraceable firearm in Latham, New York.
Akeem Davis, 31, of Brandon, was sentenced Tuesday to 18 months in prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. He’ll also serve 2 years of supervised release.
Federal prosecutors say Davis drove from Florida to Latham to sell a privately made weapon—commonly known as a “ghost gun”—styled as a sub-machine gun. The deal was for $1,200.
Because Davis had a prior felony drug conviction in Kansas, he wasn’t legally allowed to possess a firearm. According to prosecutors, he also offered to sell machine gun conversion devices and silencers.
‘Blatant disregard for the law’
“This office will not tolerate felons who attempt to flood our streets with illegal, unregulated weapons,” said Acting U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III. “We will relentlessly pursue and prosecute individuals like Davis.”
Bryan Miller, Special Agent in Charge of the ATF’s New York Field Division, said weapons like the ones Davis offered “pose a serious threat” and that his office will continue working with law enforcement partners to stop illegal gun trafficking.
Case part of Project Safe Neighborhoods
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Matthew Paulbeck handled the prosecution.
The case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a nationwide DOJ initiative aimed at reducing violent crime through enforcement, prevention, and community partnerships.
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