Orleans Parish Man Indicted on Federal Gun Charges

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On August 7, 2026, CALIV THORNTON ("THORNTON"), age 19, a resident of Orleans Parish, was indicted in a two-count indictment charging him with being a felon in possession of a firearm, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Sections 922(g)(1) and 924(a)(8), announced, United States Attorney David I. Courcelle.

According to the indictment, on or about February 25 and March 2, 2026, WALKER, knowing that he had been previously convicted of felony crimes, did knowingly possess a firearm, specifically, a Glock, Model 23, .40 caliber pistol.

If convicted of Counts One and Two, THORNTON faces up to 15 years of imprisonment, a fine of up to $250,000, up to three (3) years of supervised release, and a mandatory special assessment fee of $100 per count.

U.S. Attorney Courcelle reiterated that the indictment is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

The case is being investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the New Orleans Police Department. It is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Troy L. Bell of the Violent Crime Unit.

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