Andre Decker, a 45-year-old resident of Newburgh, New York, was found guilty on Friday of possessing a firearm as a felon. The conviction came after a four-day jury trial.
The announcement was made by United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III and United States Marshal David McNulty. According to the evidence presented during the trial, Decker had previously been convicted of a violent felony involving a firearm and had absconded from federal probation supervision. An arrest warrant was issued for him.
On November 27, 2023, Deputy United States Marshals attempted to apprehend Decker. He fled from the apartment he shared with his girlfriend, leading law enforcement on a foot chase while wearing only his underwear. During the pursuit, Decker broke into a neighboring apartment and hid in a closet where he was soon located and arrested. Two loaded firearms were found in his apartment.
U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III commented: “Andre Decker couldn’t hide from the U.S. Marshals, and he couldn’t escape this trial conviction, either. Decker’s extensive criminal history and utter disregard for the law warranted zealous prosecution for his conduct in this case, and that’s just what he got. I thank the U.S. Marshals and Albany Police Department for their work in apprehending the defendant and keeping him off the streets.”
U.S. Marshal David McNulty added: “Mr. Decker is a danger to our community. We are proud to have secured his capture and wish to thank both the community, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and all our fellow law enforcement agencies whose cooperation was so important in this case.”
Decker’s sentencing is set for October 15, 2025, before United States District Judge Anne M. Nardacci. He faces up to 15 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and up to three years of supervised release.
The investigation was conducted by the United States Marshal Service and Albany Police Department with Assistant U.S. Attorneys Mikayla Espinosa and Ashlyn Miranda prosecuting.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), an initiative aimed at reducing violent crime through collaborative efforts among various stakeholders focusing on enforcement against violent offenders alongside prevention programs.
For more information about Project Safe Neighborhoods visit https://www.justice.gov/psn.
