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Green Bay Packers Tackle Rasheed Walker Arrested at LaGuardia Airport by Port Authority on Firearms Charge

Emma Pratt

February 9, 2026

Green Bay Packers Tackle Rasheed Walker Arrested at LaGuardia Airport by Port Authority on Firearms Charge Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Rasheed Walker was arrested at Queen’s LaGuardia Airport on a gun possession charge after presenting a firearm for inspection without proper credentials, according to ABC7 News. Officers responded Friday morning to a firearms check … Green Bay Packers Tackle Rasheed Walker Arrested at LaGuardia Airport by Port Authority on Firearms Charge

Florida Man Indicted for Illegally Shipping Guns to Multiple NYC Boroughs, Including Brooklyn

Emma Pratt

January 26, 2026

Florida Man Indicted for Illegally Shipping Guns to Multiple NYC Boroughs, Including Brooklyn New York Attorney General Letitia James and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch recently announced the indictment of Orlando man Lawrence Destefano for illegally mailing 12 firearms, ghost gun kits, 28 high-capacity magazines and over 1,400 rounds of ammunition to multiple locations in Brooklyn … Florida Man Indicted for Illegally Shipping Guns to Multiple NYC Boroughs, Including Brooklyn

Staten Island Man Previously Acquitted of Murder Arrested on Gun Charge

Emma Pratt

December 29, 2025

A Staten Island man who was acquitted of murder decades ago now faces prison time after a recent gun arrest, according to local reporting. The 46-year-old was taken into custody last February after police found him in possession of a loaded firearm near a neighborhood park, marking his latest run-in with the law. After being … Staten Island Man Previously Acquitted of Murder Arrested on Gun Charge

NYPD Seize 21 Weapons, Make Multiple Arrests in Brooklyn

Emma Pratt

October 15, 2025

NYPD Seize 21 Weapons, Make Multiple Arrests in Brooklyn Earlier this month, the NYPD announced a conclusion to a yearlong investigation that led to multiple arrests and 21 weapons being seized, according to CBS New York. The bust, led by the NYPD, the Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor, and the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office, … NYPD Seize 21 Weapons, Make Multiple Arrests in Brooklyn

Authorities Seize Ghost Guns and AK-47 in Staten Island Butcher’s Business Raid

Daylin Rockwood

August 25, 2025

Authorities Seize Ghost Guns and AK-47 in Staten Island Butcher’s Business Raid On August 19, 2025, a Staten Island butcher was arrested after police executed a raid on his residence and business, uncovering a cache of ghost guns and even an AK-47. According to SILive’s report, the NYPD and federal agents seized dozens of firearms, … Authorities Seize Ghost Guns and AK-47 in Staten Island Butcher’s Business Raid

Breaking Down the Midtown Arrest and Its Impact on Manhattan Gun Charges

Daylin Rockwood

July 30, 2025

On July 28, 2025, Manhattan law enforcement arrested Shane Devon Tamura in connection with a shooting that took place near 345 Park Avenue, a high-traffic location in Midtown East.

Staten Island Gun Charges Trial Highlights New York’s Strict Firearm Laws

Daylin Rockwood

July 25, 2025

Gun charges in Staten Island are some of the most serious criminal allegations under New York law. With the state’s strict firearm regulations and mandatory sentencing guidelines, even a first-time offense can result in years of imprisonment and a permanent criminal record.

How Prosecutors Build Manhattan Gun Charges After Major Indictments

Daylin Rockwood

July 16, 2025

On April 8, 2025, Manhattan prosecutors unveiled a sweeping indictment involving more than two dozen gang members linked to a wave of gun violence in East Harlem. The charges stem from a joint investigation between the NYPD and the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, revealing a troubling pattern of retaliatory shootings, illegal firearm possession, and violent turf conflicts.