Press Release
☷Georgia Man Sentenced to 180 Months in Prison
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ( By Press Release office)
Apr 05,2024
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The investigation into Scott ' s case was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol , Tobacco , Firearms and Explosives , with assistance from the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Indiana State Police . The prosecution was handled by Assistant United States Attorney Justin C . Sheridan . This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods ( PSN ) , a program aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence in communities . It brings together law enforcement agencies and community organizations to make neighborhoods safer . The Department launched a violent crime reduction strategy on May 26 , 2021 , with a focus on building trust in communities , supporting violence prevention organizations , setting enforcement priorities , and measuring results . This particular case falls under the jurisdiction of the Chicago Field Division . The case against Scott began on August 3 , 2021 , when he was pulled over for speeding on Interstate 469 . It was discovered that Scott worked as a drug courier , transporting and delivering controlled substances throughout the country . During the traffic stop , authorities found cocaine , cocaine base , and 12 . 4 grams of highly pure methamphetamine , which indicated an intent to distribute . Additionally , Scott had multiple cell phones , zip lock baggies , and a digital scale in his possession . He was also carrying a loaded firearm for protection during his drug trafficking activities .
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