A Louisville man, Dominique Thompson, 30, has been sentenced to eight years and ten months in federal prison for multiple firearms offenses and possessing a firearm in connection with drug trafficking. The sentencing took place on October 21, 2025.
Thompson received the sentence for illegally possessing a Ruger AR-556 pistol, a Glock 17 Gen5 pistol, ammunition, and a machine gun. He was also found guilty of possessing the Ruger firearm while engaging in drug trafficking activities. Following his prison term, Thompson will serve five years of supervised release.
Thompson was not allowed to possess firearms due to previous felony convictions. In May 2023, he was convicted in Jefferson Circuit Court for possession of a handgun by a convicted felon and illegal possession of controlled substances including heroin and fentanyl. In March 2021, he was convicted for receiving stolen property and again for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He also faces related charges in Jefferson Circuit Court that include criminal attempt murder of a police officer and wanton endangerment.
U.S. Attorney Kyle G. Bumgarner commented on the significance of the case: “This is an extremely important case for our office and demonstrates our responsibility and commitment to protecting our law enforcement officers that courageously serve our community. This case also demonstrates our commitment to working with the Jefferson County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, the Louisville Metro Police Department and ATF to aggressively prosecute firearms crimes.”
ATF Special Agent in Charge John Nokes added: “Violent crime targeting members of our community, including law enforcement officers, will not be tolerated. ATF remains committed to eradicating Machinegun Conversion Devices (MCD) from our streets because of the increased threats they pose. This case and the resulting sentence reflect the strength of the partnership between federal and local law enforcement.”
Louisville Metro Police Department Chief Paul Humphrey stated: “This man’s long criminal history, including charges of attempting to kill an LMPD officer, underscores the serious threat he poses to our community. We remain committed to working with our federal partners to keep dangerous criminals off our streets so families can feel safe.”
There is no parole available under federal law.
The investigation was conducted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) along with Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD). Assistant U.S. Attorney Alicia P. Gomez prosecuted the case.
This conviction is part of Operation Take Back America—a national initiative that brings together resources from across the Department of Justice to combat illegal immigration as well as organized crime groups involved in violent offenses through efforts like Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETFs) and Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN).
