A Swanzey man has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for stealing firearms from a licensed gun shop in Winchester, New Hampshire. Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack announced the sentencing of Khale Guillou, 20, who was also given three years of supervised release by U.S. District Court Judge Samantha Elliot.
In March 2025, Guillou pleaded guilty to one count of theft of firearms from a federal firearms licensee. The incident involved the theft of 18 guns from Trader John’s Gun Shop on July 6, 2024. Days later, shell casings were discovered in Guillou's car following a shooting incident in Tewksbury, Massachusetts.
“The defendant stole 18 guns from an FFL and, just days later, shell casings were found in his car. This case highlights the dangerous link between gun thefts and violent crime,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack. “Yesterday’s sentence sends a message that we will continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners to ensure that those who fuel gun violence are held accountable.”
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) led the investigation into the thefts. "ATF’s collaboration with our industry partners forms the first line of defense against firearms trafficking and diversion," said Acting ATF SAC Scott Riordan. He emphasized ATF's commitment to protecting firearm licensees and preventing guns from being diverted for criminal use.
According to court documents and statements made during proceedings, law enforcement recovered three stolen firearms from Guillou's vehicle trunk and additional stolen firearms at his home. The Keene, Swanzey, Winchester, and Tewksbury Police Departments assisted in the investigation led by ATF.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Anna Krasinski prosecuted the case as part of Operation Take Back America. This initiative focuses on combating illegal immigration and dismantling cartels and transnational criminal organizations while safeguarding communities against violent crime perpetrators.
