Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025 Revere Man Sentenced to Over Five Years in Prison for Ammunition Offense in Connection with Everett Shooting B OSTON — A Revere man was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Boston for illegally possessing ammunition in connection with a shooting in a residential neighborhood of Everett. Kenneth Munoz, 27, was sentenced by U.S. Senior District Court Judge William G. Young to 70 months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release. In December 2024, Munoz pleaded guilty to one count of being a felon in possession of ammunition. On the afternoon of Jan. 2, 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only:Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & W Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook!Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! 2022, three individuals fi red over 20 shots in an Everett neighborhood, during which multiple houses were struck by stray bullets. Munoz was identifi ed as one of the shooters. Due to prior convictions, including a 2017 state conviction for assault and battery CALLAHAN | FROM Page 1 “Under Chief Callahan’s leadership, the city has experienced some of our best public safety metrics in recent history,” said Mayor Patrick M. Keefe, Jr. He continued, “The city of Revere is better for his service, and we wish him an enjoyable retirement. Thank you, Chief Callahan, for your dedication to the city of Revere and all its residents.” Chief Callahan commented: www.810bargrille.com Everett Supplies Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 66 Years in Business! f www.everettaluminum.com “It’s been a privilege to have spent the last 34 years in service to the people of Revere. I am grateful for the opportunities for growth over the course of my career, and for the strong relationships I have built within the department. I thank both the members of the Revere Police Department, and the residents of Revere for your trust, and I am hopeful for the next chapter ahead.” Eff ective immediately, Mayor Keefe has appointed Captain Maria LaVita to assume the role of interim chief until a permanent chief is selected. on a family member and malicious destruction of property, Munoz is prohibited from possessing fi rearms and ammunition. United States Attorney Leah B. Foley; James M. Ferguson, Special Agent in Charge of the Bureau of Alcohol, TobacIn the coming weeks, the City of Revere will initiate a thorough and robust process to select the department’s next chief. Per department policy, all Revere Police captains and lieutenants with more than fi ve years of experience in the department will be invited to apply. “I look forward to working with the community members of Revere, our elected offi cials, and the men and women of the Revere Police Department. It is an honor to be appointed as interim chief of this dedicated police department in the city where I was born and raised,” said Captain LaVita. “I’m a fi rm believer in utilizing technology to improve effi ciency and transparency, as well as offi cer and public safety. I will work collaboratively with those both inside and outside the department to improve the quality of service we provide, prioritize offi cer wellness, reduce crime, and build on public trust.” Chief Callahan commanded the Drug Control Unit and co, Firearms and Explosives, Boston Field Division; Everett Police Chief Paul Strong; and Chelsea Police Chief Keith E. Houghton made the announcement. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah Hoefl e of the Criminal Division prosecuted the case. served in the Criminal Investigation Unit for eight years. He received the Massachusetts State Police Medal of Merit in 2012 for heroic off-duty actions in his response to a fatal tractor-trailer rollover. Throughout his career, he has been an advocate for community policing, recruitment for a police department that refl ects the diversity of the city of Revere, and modern, specialized offi cer training. Captain LaVita has served in the Revere Police Department for over 29 years. For the past eight years, Captain LaVita has been the commander of the Criminal Investigation Division. Captain LaVita graduated from Revere High School in 1992 and earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Fitchburg State College in 1996 and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Western New England College in 1999. In 2007 she earned her law degree from New England Law Boston, having graduated Magna Cum Laude. Spring is Here!
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