Two Co-Defendants Sentenced to a Total of Nearly 13 Years for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition

Gainesville, Florida - Kelvin Quentin Scott Wright, 32, of Gainesville, Florida, was sentenced to four years and nine months of federal imprisonment, and Reginald Duante Davis, 36, of Gainesville, Florida, was sentenced to eight years of federal imprisonment for possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon. The sentences were announced by John P. Heekin, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida.

U.S. Attorney Heekin said: "This successful prosecution ensures these dangerous, armed criminals will be kept off our streets for several years. Our state and federal law enforcement partners are committed to keeping our communities safe, and my office will continue to back up their efforts with aggressive prosecutions of dangerous criminals to ensure our citizens get the crime-free streets and neighborhoods they deserve."

Court records reflect that on April 12, 2024, Alachua County Sheriff's Office stopped a vehicle for multiple traffic violations. The driver was Kelvin Wright and his co-defendant Reginald Davis was the front seat passenger. Both defendants are prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition as convicted felons. During the probable cause search of the vehicle, a loaded firearm, marijuana, oxycodone, and nearly 28 grams of crack cocaine were located in the center console. The DNA of both defendants was located on the firearm in various locations.

"Keeping firearms out of the hands of convicted felons is critical to protecting our communities from more violence," said FBI Jacksonville Special Agent in Charge Jason Carley. "The FBI will always work closely with our partners to identify repeat offenders and hold them accountable for their actions. This case highlights the importance of how strong partnerships make a real difference in keeping our communities safe."

"The federal sentencing in this case underscores our commitment to keeping guns out of the hands of convicted felons," said Alachua County Sheriff Chad D. Scott. "I am grateful for the strong partnership between our deputies, federal agencies, and prosecutors who work together every day to protect the safety of Alachua County."

The case was jointly investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Alachua County Sheriff's Office. The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Christie S. Utt.

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