Possession

Orange County DA Secures Conviction in High-Stakes Parolee Firearm Possession Case

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Goshen, N.Y. – Justin Babik, a 47-year-old resident of Goshen, faces up to 15 years in prison after being convicted on charges of illegal weapon possession. The verdict was delivered following a jury trial in Orange County Court, where Babik was found guilty of criminal possession of a weapon in the second and fourth degrees. The charges stemmed from an incident on May 8, 2024, when Babik reportedly became embroiled in a heated argument with his son, during which he sent threatening text messages. Alarmed, his son contacted the Village of Goshen Police Department. Babik … Read more

Indiana Man Convicted on Multiple Felony Charges Involving Cocaine Distribution and Illegal Ammunition Possession

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SOUTH BEND, Ind. – A federal jury has convicted Orlando Rodriguez-Roman, a 42-year-old man from Goshen, Indiana, on multiple felony charges. The decision came after a three-day trial overseen by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty, as announced by Acting United States Attorney Tina L. Nommay. Rodriguez-Roman was found guilty of attempted possession with intent to distribute over 500 grams of cocaine, possession with intent to distribute the same amount, and unlawful possession of ammunition by a convicted felon. The court has scheduled sentencing for April 29, 2025, where Rodriguez-Roman will face the … Read more

Federal Jury Convicts Individual on Multiple Charges of Child Sexual Abuse Material Possession

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A federal jury in Minneapolis has convicted a man on charges related to the receipt and possession of child sexual abuse materials. The individual, identified as a repeat offender, is facing severe legal consequences under federal law which addresses such crimes with stringent penalties. Investigations revealed that the man was actively involved in downloading and possessing numerous files containing explicit content featuring minors. Authorities were alerted to his activities following a tip-off from an internet service provider, which noted suspicious download patterns associated with his account. The case against the man was solidified by digital … Read more

McBain Man Convicted in Meth Possession Case After Evidence Found at Local Residence

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Lake City, MI — A resident of McBain, Michigan, faces a grim reality after being found guilty of methamphetamine possession by a Missaukee County jury. Troy Leon Downing, confronted with evidence of drug paraphernalia including used syringes and substances that tested positive for meth, was convicted following a brief but decisive trial that unfolded over just one day. The conviction stems from a May 2 incident in Reeder Township where Downing was implicated in a broader investigation. When authorities arrived at the residence on Call Road, investigating another case, they encountered Downing. An ensuing search … Read more