Madison Felon Sentenced for Possessing Five Firearms in Appleton

Gregory J. Haanstad, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on August 9, 2024, Edlando M. Watson (Age: 41) of Madison, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 65 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of five firearms.

According to court records, Watson transported five firearms from his home in Madison to a storage facility in Appleton, Wisconsin. Watson is prohibited under state and federal law from ever possessing a firearm based on his 2012 federal conviction for possession with the intent to distribute cocaine.

At his sentencing hearing, Senior United States District Judge William C. Griesbach noted the serious nature of the offense, Watson’s poor prior record, and the need to protect the public. He further noted a strong need to deter Watson and other prohibited persons from possessing firearms. After serving his 65-month term of imprisonment, Watson will spend three years on supervised.

This case was investigated by the Madison Police Department with the assistance of the Appleton Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. It was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Daniel R. Humble.

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