Waterloo Man Sentenced to Prison for Firearm Possession as Felon
A 35-year-old Waterloo man, Tyrecas Rakeem Matlock, was sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to possessing a firearm as a felon.
Cedar Rapids Waterloo Iowa City & Dubuque, IA, November 3, 2026 —
Tyrecas Rakeem Matlock, a 35-year-old resident of Waterloo, has been sentenced to four years in prison. The sentence follows his guilty plea to the charge of possessing a firearm as a felon.
The legal proceedings concluded with Matlock receiving his prison term. Details regarding the specific circumstances of the firearm possession, the date of the offense, or the preceding felony conviction were not provided in the available information.
The conviction for possessing a firearm by an individual with a prior felony record is a serious offense under federal and state laws. Felons are prohibited from owning or possessing firearms, and violations of this law carry significant penalties.
The court’s decision mandates a four-year term of incarceration for Matlock. Information concerning any additional penalties, such as fines or supervised release upon completion of the prison sentence, was not immediately available.
Matlock’s guilty plea indicates an admission of guilt for the charge brought against him. The sentencing marks the final phase of this particular legal case, assigning the penalty based on the plea agreement or judicial determination.
Further details regarding the case, including the timeline leading up to the sentencing and the nature of the original felony, were not disclosed.
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