PITTSBURGH - One resident of Pittsburgh, PA, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of violating federal firearms laws, Acting United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman announced today.
The one-count Indictment named Dane Brooks, 52, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA 15208, as the sole defendant.
According to the Indictment, on or about April 28, 2021, Brooks was found in possession of a firearm and ammunition. His prior felony convictions make it unlawful for him to possess a firearm or ammunition.
The law provides for a maximum total sentence of 10 years in prison, a fine of $250,000 or both. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offense and the prior criminal history of the defendant. The defendant is currently being detained at Allegheny County Jail
Assistant United States Attorney Michael R. Ball is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police and the Drug Enforcement Administration conducted the investigation leading to the Indictment in this case.
An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Attorneys