USAO Press Release on February 4, 2026

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A Columbia, Mo., man pleaded guilty yesterday in federal court to possession of a firearm after a prior felony conviction.

Gerrell Eugene Lawrence, 30, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge Willie J. Epps, Jr., admitting that he possessed a Glock 27, .40…

Rock Island Man Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Prison for Gun and Cocaine Charges

USAO Press Release on February 4, 2026

DAVENPORT, Iowa – A Rock Island man was sentenced on January 28, 2026, to seven years in federal prison for false statements during purchases of firearms, possession with intent to deliver cocaine, and carrying a firearm during and in relation to drug trafficking.

According to public court…

California Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Meth Trafficking

USAO Press Release on February 4, 2026

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – A Los Angeles, Ca., man was sentenced in federal court yesterday for his leadership role in a drug-trafficking conspiracy involving over 122 kilograms of methamphetamine.

Dejuan Tyrone Parker, 38, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Stephen R. Bough to 25 years in…

KC Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Illegal Firearms

USAO Press Release on January 29, 2026

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A Kansas City, Mo., man was sentenced in federal court today for illegal firearms and distribution of marijuana.

Nathan Caldwell, Jr., 34, was sentenced by Chief U.S. District Judge Brian C. Wimes to 12 years in federal prison without parole. Caldwell, Jr. was sentenced…