# Man Sentenced 22 Years for Gunfire During Drug Raid

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Podcast: [Jefferson City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/jefferson-city-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612333)
Published: 2026-06-24T20:53:04+00:00
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Sixty-three-year-old James Joseph Elsea just got a brutal 22-year sentence after firing a gun at deputies during a May 2025 raid—wounding two officers and triggering a chain of charges that included meth possession, attempted disposal of drugs, and firearm violations. His call to 911 claiming he’d shot someone only added to the chaos. With consecutive sentences stacking up to 265 months, this case underscores the deadly mix of drugs and guns—and the real cost for law enforcement. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7fe3a9121b0dc3a8

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