Binghamton man sentenced to six years in prison for possession of a firearm
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A Binghamton man appeared in Broome County Court for sentencing last week.
District Attorney Paul Battisti announced that 23-year-old Dekwaun Hicks was sentenced to six years in New York State prison, followed by three years of post-release supervision for Attempted Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree.
On June 26, 2024, members of the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force and the Binghamton Police Department's Community Response Team conducted a vehicle stop in the area of Varick Street in the City of Binghamton after receiving information that Hicks was in possession of a firearm. Officers recovered a loaded Taurus 9mm handgun and additional ammunition as well as methamphetamine pills from the vehicle.
According to the District Attorney, Hicks was originally expected to receive a three-year sentence, followed by two-years post release supervision. However, prior to sentencing and while out on bail, he was arrested and charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, resulting in the enhanced sentence.
'This case sends a clear message: those who endanger our community by illegally possessing firearms will face serious consequences,' said Battisti. 'Public safety demands accountability, and our office will continue to act decisively against illegal gun possession and drug-related offenses.'
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