A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has indicted Ja’Shon Spencer, 21, of Imperial, Pennsylvania, on a charge related to illegal firearm possession. Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti announced the indictment.
The indictment alleges that Spencer possessed a Glock semiautomatic pistol fitted with an illegal machinegun conversion device (MCD) on June 16, 2025. The device is designed to convert a semiautomatic firearm into a fully automatic weapon.
If convicted, Spencer faces up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. Sentencing would depend on the seriousness of the offense and any prior criminal history.
Assistant United States Attorney Kelly M. Locher is prosecuting the case. The investigation was conducted by the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
This prosecution falls under Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), which coordinates law enforcement efforts at various levels to reduce violent crime and gun violence. In May 2021, the Department launched an updated strategy for PSN that emphasizes building trust in communities, supporting organizations focused on violence prevention, prioritizing targeted enforcement actions, and evaluating outcomes. More information about Project Safe Neighborhoods can be found at https://www.justice.gov/psn.
“An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.”
