This indictment, returned by a federal grand jury, was issued by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Kentucky.
In a significant legal development, David Smith, a 57-year-old resident of Greenville in Muhlenberg County, is facing a federal indictment with charges related to firearms trafficking and unlicensed firearm sales
According to the indictment, David Smith stands accused of involvement in firearms trafficking during a period spanning from June 1, 2023, to September 14, 2023, within Muhlenberg County. During this time frame, it is alleged that he transferred or otherwise disposed of 13 handguns to an individual. David Smith was aware or had reasonable cause to know, that the recipient’s possession of these firearms would constitute a federal felony. David Smith’s first court appearance is scheduled for October 26, 2023, before a U.S. Magistrate Judge from the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky.
In the event of a conviction, David Smith could potentially face a maximum prison sentence of 20 years. However, it’s essential to note that the ultimate sentence of David Smith will be determined by a federal district court judge, who will take into consideration various factors, including sentencing guidelines. It’s worth mentioning that there is no parole within the federal criminal justice system.
The main goal of PSN is to help police work together with communities to make neighborhoods safer by reducing violent crime and gun-related problems
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) office in Bowling Green is actively investigating this case, which falls under the jurisdiction of the federal Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program. PSN’s primary objective is to facilitate collaboration among law enforcement agencies at all levels and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun-related incidents.
The program, initiated on May 26, 2021, is based on core principles that emphasize building trust and legitimacy within communities, supporting organizations that proactively prevent violence, establishing targeted enforcement priorities, and rigorously measuring the program’s outcomes.
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