Thomas Earl Thomas received the maximum punishment for illegally possessing a machine gun. He still faces charges directly related to the deadly shooting.
The alleged gunman who opened fire during New Year’s Eve celebrations in downtown Mobile that killed a man and injured nine people was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison Monday on gun-related charges -- the maximum punishment allowed.
He still faces charges directly related to the deadly shooting, including intentional murder, first-degree assault and shooting a firearm into occupied and unoccupied buildings and vehicles. “The sentencing of Thomas Earl Thomas, Jr. underscores our commitment to maintaining the safety and well-being of our community. We will continue to work hand-in-hand with our federal, state, and local partners to ensure that individuals who engage in violent criminal activities face the full force of the law,” Prine said in a statement.
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