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Edward Renard Kyler Sr., 42, was convicted of possession of a firearm with a felony conviction after a two-day jury trial before Judge Alex Allman, according to the Harford County State’s Attorney’s Office.
The conviction stems from a search warrant executed in June 2022 at Kyler’s residence in the 1100 block of Iron Bark Court in Bel Air.
Deputies discovered a black backpack containing three BB guns, a Glock 9mm magazine, a Glock BB magazine, a black handgun magazine with blank rounds, a handgun holster, and a .22 caliber ROHM Model 66 revolver, the state's attorney's office said.
A second warrant for Kyler’s vehicle revealed a black polo shirt labeled “SECURITY,” a police-style vest with “Security” patches, a Maryland State Police pin, handcuffs, a baton, and four small light bars.
Testimony at trial revealed that Kyler impersonated a Maryland State Trooper, including pulling over a driver while on FaceTime with his then-girlfriend.
Kyler was sentenced to 10 years in prison, with all but five years suspended, all of which will be served without the possibility of parole.
He will also be on supervised probation for three years when he is released.
“(Kyler) was clearly a threat to our community, impersonating police officers, violating our laws, and possessing firearms illegally with prior felony convictions,” State’s Attorney Alison M. Healey said.
“Removing these illegal firearms from a convicted felon’s possession ensures a safer community for all our citizens.”
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