Pike Road man sentenced for illegal machine gun possession

A Pike Road man has been sentenced to federal prison for illegally having a machine gun.

Acting U.S. Attorney Kevin Davidson said 25-year-old Treneal De’Ron Beasley has been sentenced to 72 months in federal prison. In addition to his prison term, Beasley was ordered to serve three years of supervised release following his release from custody. There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court records, on August 17, 2024, officers with the Montgomery Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance call. The caller reported that her child’s father was attempting to force his way into her home. Upon arrival, officers heard an argument inside the home and, upon entering, saw Beasley holding a handgun. He was immediately taken into custody and the gun was seized, Davidson said.

Further examination revealed that the handgun was equipped with a machine gun conversion device, commonly known as a “switch.” This device converts a semi-automatic gun into a fully automatic weapon, capable of firing up to 20 rounds per second with a single pull of the trigger.

On March 26, 2025, Beasley pleaded guilty to possession of a machine gun, Davidson said.

— Information from the Office of the U.S. Attorney, Middle District of Alabama