A federal grand jury in the District of Nebraska has returned 15 unsealed indictments, charging a total of 17 individuals with various offenses. United States Attorney Lesley A. Woods announced the indictments, emphasizing that these are accusations and all defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Several individuals from Nebraska and other states face charges related to firearms possession by felons. Melvin M. Dortch, Adrien M. Goodall, Wes L. Nunn, Vershan Collins, Miles Bohac, Matthew House (also known as Cheyenne House), Justin Ericson, and Shane Martin have been indicted on counts including being felons in possession of firearms or selling firearms to felons. If convicted, each could face up to 15 years in prison, fines up to $250,000, supervised release terms of three years, and special assessments.
Drug-related charges were also brought against multiple defendants. Jose Luis Guzman is accused of possessing with intent to distribute 50 grams of methamphetamine; Rosemary Hart faces similar charges involving a methamphetamine mixture; Chase Larsen is charged with intent to distribute methamphetamine; and Avankeene Perry (also known as Avonkeene Perry) is charged with intent to distribute large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl. The penalties for these offenses range from five years to life imprisonment depending on the substance and quantity involved.
An eight-count indictment was issued against Bohac, House, and Ericson involving straw purchasing of firearms and making false statements during firearm acquisitions. Penalties for these counts vary between ten and fifteen years’ imprisonment if convicted.
Immigration-related charges were filed against Victor Rodriguez-Ramirez and Carlos Alonzo-Coc for reentering the United States after previous removal without proper consent from the Attorney General or designated successor. Marlon Meza-Romero faces similar charges following a felony conviction, while Jose Erives Rios and Erick Hernandez-Hernandez are charged after aggravated felony convictions. Maximum penalties for these immigration violations range from two to twenty years’ imprisonment based on prior convictions.
For further information regarding these cases, contact Amy Donato at 402-661-3700.
