Mabelvale Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Federal Gun Possession

Authorities link suspect to firearm and drugs after attempted burglary in Jacksonville

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:37am

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An extreme close-up of a shiny metal shell casing against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty visual that conceptually represents the investigation of a firearm-related crime.A recent federal gun case in Little Rock highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing firearm-related crimes in the region.Little Rock Today

A 34-year-old Mabelvale man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for firearm possession following a case that originated in Little Rock. Investigators say Pulaski County authorities and federal prosecutors worked together after video, shoeprint evidence, and a vehicle search connected the man to a gun and narcotics.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement in Little Rock and across Pulaski County to crack down on gun crimes and drug-related offenses, which have been a persistent challenge in the region.

The details

After an attempted burglary in Jacksonville, police were able to link the 34-year-old suspect to a firearm and drugs through video footage, shoeprint evidence, and a search of his vehicle. Federal prosecutors worked with local Pulaski County authorities to build the case, ultimately resulting in the 10-year prison sentence for the Mabelvale man.

  • The attempted burglary incident occurred in Jacksonville.
  • The suspect was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison.

The players

Mabelvale Man

A 34-year-old man from Mabelvale, Arkansas who was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for firearm possession.

Pulaski County Authorities

Local law enforcement in Pulaski County, Arkansas who worked with federal prosecutors on the case.

Federal Prosecutors

Prosecutors at the federal level who worked with Pulaski County authorities to build the case and secure the 10-year sentence.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to engage in gun crimes and drug-related offenses in our communities.”

— Spokesperson, Pulaski County Law Enforcement

What’s next

Authorities will continue to monitor the suspect and work to address gun violence and drug crimes in the Little Rock metro area.

The takeaway

This case underscores the collaborative efforts between local and federal law enforcement to target repeat offenders and keep firearms and narcotics off the streets of Little Rock and surrounding communities.