25-year old Thomas Develin pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday to making and selling the untraceable weapons. He also admitted to possessing the devices to convert pistols and semi-automatic rifles to fully automatic weapons.
Develin was initially arrested by local authorities after he allegedly made anti-Semitic and terroristic threats while working at the Columbus Torah Academy. Federal search warrants served in March and April found 25 firearms, body armor, night vision goggles and 1,000 rounds of ammunition in his home and vehicle. And authorities say Develin confessed that - fearing arrest - he had disposed of gun parts at the cabin of a friend.
The former Ohio National Guardsman could face up to 25 years in prison for the gun charges when he is sentenced. He also faces five felony charges in Franklin County in a Franklin County court. That trial is scheduled to begin November 7.
