Publication: TheDay.com

Published 07/26/2010 12:00 AMUpdated 07/26/2010 03:16 PM

Daniel Quinones was sentenced to five years in federal prison today for selling a .45-caliber pistol and 2.3 grams of heroin to a police informant and for concealing the proceeds of his drug dealing activity.

Quinones, 28, of Mansfield Road, had pleaded guilty to one count of possession of a firearm by a previously convicted felon, one count of possession with intent to distribute and distribution of heroin, and one count of conspiracy to launder money.

According to the U.S. Attorney’s office Quinones sold a .45-caliber pistol, .45-caliber ammunition, and 2.3 grams of heroin to an individual working with law enforcement in December 2008. Previously he had been convicted on drug and weapon charges and could not legally own or sell a firearm.

He also admitted to conspiring to conceal the proceeds of his illegal drug sales by depositing cash into a safety deposit box opened in the name of his brother. He also purchased a 2005 Lincoln Navigator with cash, but left the vehicle registered in the name of the previous owner.

Quinones has forfeited to the government approximately $47,000 in cash that was seized, the 2005 Lincoln Navigator and several electronic and home furnishing items that were proceeds from his criminal activity.