American Father Released After Ammo Incident in Turks and Caicos

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Tyler Wenrich, a Virginia father, was sentenced to time served and fined $9,000 by a Turks and Caicos judge for unknowingly possessing two stray bullets in his luggage. Wenrich, who faced a potential 12-year prison sentence, will return home to his family. The case highlights the strict ammunition laws in Turks and Caicos, which have led to the arrest of five Americans since February. Efforts by U.S. officials, including a congressional delegation and state governors, were instrumental in advocating for Wenrich's release.
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