United States of America v. Mana Sambola a/k/a “Coffee”

Albany, New York criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Possessing Two Firearms

Liberian Felon Sentenced for Possessing Two Firearms

Mana Sambola a/k/a "Coffee,” age 41, a Liberian national previously residing in Saratoga Springs, New York, was charged with illegally possessing a firearm.



A search warrant executed at Mana Sambola's apartment on May 22, 2023, led to the recovery of a Glock 43 pistol; an Anderson Manufacturing AM15 rifle emblazoned with the names of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse: "Death,” "War,” "Famine,” and "Pestilence”; and four boxes of ammunition Sambola has prior felony convictions related to narcotics and firearms, and he therefore cannot lawfully possess the firearms or ammunition. Following a contested sentencing hearing, United States District Judge Anne M. Nardacci found that Sambola possessed the Glock in connection with three crimes, specifically straw purchasing a firearm, making a false statement to a firearms dealer, and distribution of a controlled substance. Judge Nardacci also imposed a 3-year-term of supervised release.



HSI investigated the case with the assistance of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF); the Warren County District Attorney's and Sheriff's Offices; the New York State Police; and the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jonathan S. Reiner prosecuted the case.