Ashley to serve 20 years in prison on firearms charge

A Shreveport man convicted for being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm was sentenced in Caddo District Court Thursday, October 30, 2025.

Anthony Tyrone Ashley, 44, was convicted April 24, 2025. He faced at least 5 and up to 20 years in prison under state law. However, with several other felony convictions on his record, he could have served more time as a habitual offender. The state was prepare to file a motion for this enhanced sentencing.

Knowing this, Ashley agreed to serve a maximum sentence of 20 years and waive any and all appellate and post-conviction rights, which was agreed with by District Judge Donald E. Hathaway Jr.   

On November 18, 2024, the Shreveport Police Department attempted to perform a traffic stop on Ashley. When the officers signaled their presence with lights and sirens, he refused to stop ad led police on a lengthy pursuit. Eventually, he abandoned his vehicle and tried to flee on foot, but was apprehended.

While running from police, he discarded a handgun in his possession. At trial, the state presented evidence proving Ashley was convicted in November 2016 of simple burglary, which prohibits owning or possessing a firearm.

Assistant District Attorneys Christopher S. Bowman and Stephen Folk-Cruthirds prosecuted the case. Timothy Holden defended Ashley.

The case was docket No. 405229.