A federal judge has sentenced Andre Blue, a 37-year-old resident of Memphis, to 30 years in federal prison for multiple offenses related to firearms and drugs. The announcement was made by Reagan Fondren, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee.
Court documents revealed that on July 13, 2022, detectives from the Multi-Agency Gang Unit executed a search warrant at Blue's residence. They discovered a loaded Glock Inc. .45 caliber pistol, a Sig Sauer Inc. 9mm caliber pistol, and a loaded Smith and Wesson .45 caliber pistol in the primary bedroom. In addition, several bags containing narcotics were found in the bathroom toilet bowl, including one with 15 grams of pure methamphetamine. An American Tactical Imports Inc. multi-caliber pistol was also located in a child's bedroom closet alongside a magazine loaded with over 50 rounds. Due to previous felony convictions, Blue is legally prohibited from possessing firearms and ammunition.
In November 2024, following a three-day trial, Blue was found guilty of possession of a firearm as a convicted felon, possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. On February 26, 2025, United States District Judge Jon P. McCalla sentenced him to 30 years in federal prison with an additional four years of supervised release. Federal sentences do not include parole.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), an initiative that combines efforts from various law enforcement agencies and communities to reduce violent crime and gun violence. The program focuses on fostering community trust and legitimacy, supporting organizations that prevent violence, setting strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring outcomes.
The investigation involved the PSN Gun Task Force, the Multi-Agency Gang Unit, and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. Acting United States Attorney Fondren expressed gratitude towards Assistant United States Attorneys Eileen Kuo and Regina Brittenum for prosecuting the case along with law enforcement partners involved in the investigation.
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