Felon Sentenced for Gun Crime Linked to Biscoe

Dequan Keontez Chambers faces nearly 4 years in federal prison for illegal firearm possession.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:30pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a handgun trigger and grip, lit by a harsh direct flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the serious nature of a gun crime conviction.A recent gun crime conviction in Biscoe exposes the challenges of repeat offenders and the need for stronger probation programs.Biscoe Today

A 32-year-old convicted felon on probation was sentenced to nearly 4 years in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm during an arrest in northeast Montgomery County, North Carolina nearly 2 years ago.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing challenges with repeat offenders and the need for effective probation and parole programs to prevent further crimes, especially those involving firearms.

The details

Dequan Keontez Chambers was arrested in northeast Montgomery County in 2024 and found to be in possession of a gun, despite being a convicted felon on probation at the time. He was sentenced on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 to 46 months in federal prison for the gun crime.

  • Chambers was arrested in northeast Montgomery County in 2024.
  • Chambers was sentenced on April 15, 2026.

The players

Dequan Keontez Chambers

A 32-year-old convicted felon on probation who was arrested in 2024 for illegally possessing a firearm in northeast Montgomery County, North Carolina.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of repeat offenders and the need for effective probation and parole programs to prevent further crimes, especially those involving firearms.