Bartlesville Man Convicted of Possessing Sawed Off Shotgun
CONFLICT signal, reported in US, from bartlesvilleradio.com, with negative sentiment. Locations: Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
What Happened
A 25-year-old man from Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Alex Boston, was convicted of possessing a sawed-off shotgun and sentenced to two years in the Department of Corrections. He pleaded guilty to the felony charge on August 13, 2025, after being stopped by police on June 16, 2025, for an inoperable brake light. During the search, authorities found a sawed-off shotgun that was three inches below the legal limit and two boxes of shotgun shells. Boston also admitted to possessing marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was ordered to pay $650 in court costs and fines. Later, Boston faced a bail jumping charge in September 2026 for failing to appear for court dates, but the State of Oklahoma dismissed this charge on October 30, 2026, after he pleaded guilty to all charges in the case.
Why it matters
Boston’s conviction and sentence reflect ongoing efforts to enforce gun laws in Oklahoma. His case highlights the challenges of probation compliance and the consequences of failing to appear in court. The dismissal of the bail jumping charge and his full plea to all charges indicate a resolution to the legal issues, though the sentence of two years in DOC remains a significant impact on his life. The case also underscores the role of local police in enforcing firearm regulations.
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