In Benton Harbor, Michigan, a 47-year-old man named Lamon Tirell Turner has been sentenced to eight years and four months in federal prison. This decision came after a jury found him guilty of being a felon in possession of a firearm, a serious offense given his past criminal record.
Turner’s history includes several violent crimes, such as assault, unarmed robbery, domestic violence, and even assaulting a police officer. With such a background, having a gun in his possession was a clear violation of the law.
The case unfolded when investigators searched an apartment where Turner was staying. During the search, they discovered a firearm hidden underneath a couch, right next to the spot where Turner was sleeping. To make matters even more incriminating, Turner’s wallet was found just a few feet away from the weapon.
A DNA analysis later confirmed that Turner’s DNA was on the gun, leaving little doubt that he had handled it. But that’s not all—this firearm wasn’t just any random gun. It turned out to be the final missing piece from a large-scale robbery that happened on November 16, 2023. During that incident, 123 guns were stolen from Dunham’s Sporting Goods in Benton Harbor.
Thanks to law enforcement’s relentless efforts, all 123 stolen firearms from the robbery have now been recovered, bringing this case to a close. The recovery of this last weapon, along with Turner’s conviction, marks a significant win for the authorities and the community’s safety.
This story highlights the ongoing battle to keep stolen firearms off the streets and the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, especially those with a history of violence.
