A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has indicted Kevin Damont Scott, a 26-year-old resident of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, on one count of possession of ammunition by a convicted felon. The announcement was made by United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.
The indictment alleges that on July 28, 2025, Scott knowingly possessed 9 mm ammunition despite previous felony convictions. Authorities also found him with a 9 mm caliber Polymer 80, Inc. handgun that did not have a serial number. Law enforcement identified the firearm as an unregistered ghost gun. Due to his prior convictions—which include two counts of aggravated assault, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault, and three counts related to carrying firearms without a license—Scott is prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition.
If convicted, Scott faces up to 15 years in prison and a possible fine of $250,000. Sentencing would be determined according to federal guidelines based on the seriousness of the offense and Scott’s criminal history.
Assistant United States Attorney Kelly M. Locher is prosecuting the case for the government.
The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the McKees Rocks Police Department. This prosecution falls under Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), an initiative designed to reduce violent crime and gun violence through cooperation between law enforcement agencies and communities. In May 2021, the Department implemented a new strategy for PSN focused on building community trust, supporting organizations that prevent violence before it occurs, prioritizing strategic enforcement actions, and evaluating outcomes.
“An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty,” stated officials.
