Thomas Earl Thomas Jr., 22, of Mobile, in April pleaded guilty in federal court to illegally possessing a machine gun.
Chief United States District Judge Jeffrey U. Beaverstock handed down the sentence, which was the maximum, along with a three-year term of supervised release once he leaves prison. During this period, Thomas will receive substance abuse and mental health treatment. He also owes $100 in special assessments and forfeited his weapon.
“Our commitment remains unwavering in ensuring community safety and justice. We express our condolences to the victims and their families and reassure our citizens of our dedication to their security during all future celebrations,” Prine said. He is accused of firing a .40-caliber Glock pistol equipped with an extended magazine and an illegal machine gun-conversion device known as a “Glock switch” during New Year’s Eve.
In pleading guilty to the federal charges, Thomas admitted that he lied to homicide detectives about possessing and firing the gun. The gunfire was captured on surveillance video.
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