Weapons

Motorcyclist Arrested for Impersonating Officer, Armed with Fake Uniform and Weapons in Hemet

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HEMET, Calif. — Authorities apprehended a motorcyclist on Monday for allegedly impersonating a law enforcement officer. The arrest by Hemet police stemmed from reports of a rider who was using emergency lights and wearing a fake uniform while committing various traffic violations. When officers initiated a stop on the motorcycle, they discovered that the individual was equipped with a series of weapons, including what looked like a Glock-style pistol, two Tasers, a baton, and pepper spray. Both Tasers were confirmed to be functional. The suspect has a prior criminal record, leading to multiple felony charges … Read more

Queens Jury Acquits Man of Attempted Murder in Police Chase, Finds Him Guilty of Weapons Charges

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Queens, New York — In a case that raised significant questions about intent and evidence, a jury acquitted a Rockaway man accused of attempting to murder two police officers during a late-night chase last July. Joel Kelly, 61, was found not guilty of the most serious charges, but convicted on lesser counts of illegal weapon possession and reckless endangerment. The trial, which lasted two weeks at the Queens Criminal Courthouse, revolved around conflicting testimonies and video evidence regarding the night of July 27, 2024. Kelly’s encounter with police began after his sister reported a shooting … Read more

Illinois ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban Overturned, Deemed Unconstitutional by Federal Judge

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Effingham, Illinois — A recent ruling by an Illinois judge has declared the state’s ban on “assault weapons” unconstitutional, prompting discussions about the boundaries of gun control measures and Second Amendment rights. This decision, handed down in Effingham County, strikes a significant blow to the legislative effort aimed at curbing gun violence. The law, initially signed by Governor JB Pritzker on January 10, aimed to prohibit the manufacture and possession of dozens of brands and types of rifles, pistols, and attachments. It also imposed restrictions on the capacity of ammunition magazines. The intention behind the … Read more

Federal Judge Strikes Down Illinois Assault Weapons Ban; Governor Pritzker to Appeal Decision

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In Springfield, Illinois, a recent federal ruling has struck down the state’s ban on assault weapons, a decision that has sparked intentions from Gov. J.B. Pritzker to seek an appeal. The law, which was put into place in January 2023 following a tragic mass shooting in Highland Park, included provisions against the sale of assault weapons such as AR-15s, high-capacity magazines, and other attachments. This legislation was a direct response to the July 2022 incident where a gunman killed seven and injured 48 using a Smith & Wesson semi-automatic rifle. U.S. District Judge Stephen P. … Read more