Nearly a dozen individuals have been indicted on federal gun crimes related to the use of devices known as 'switches' that convert handguns into machine guns.
Indictment Details
On September 3, 2024, the Department of Justice announced the indictments of ten individuals for various gun-related charges, including possession of a machine gun, assaulting federal officers, and carjacking with a firearm.
Involved Individuals
The indicted individuals range in age from 20 to 34 and encompass a range of criminal activities in connection with firearms, including multiple instances related to violent crime.
Project Safe Neighborhoods
The indictments are part of a broader initiative aimed at reducing gun violence and violent crime through collaboration among local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
Community Safety Emphasis
U.S. Attorney Kevin Ritz emphasized the commitment to ensuring safety for communities in Memphis and Shelby County as part of the operation against gun violence.
