nd three counts of felony firearm in connection with the shooting. However, those charges were dismissed after the victim didn't appear to testify.

What led to federal charges

ATF special agents and other law enforcement executed a search warrant at Gaynor's home on Sept. 14, 2026. Police didn't find anything during the search.

Gaynor was interviewed by federal authorities, during which he allegedly admitted being involved in the September 2024 shooting. He said during the argument over a trash can, both he and the neighbor were armed, and he shot his neighbor in self-defense. He then allegedly said he threw his gun in the trash at an unknown location.

According to the criminal complaint, Gaynor described the gun as a small semi-automatic pistol, and he received it from a friend. When asked, authorities said Gaynor knew, as a convicted felon, he's not allowed to possess a firearm.

Gaynor faces a federal charge of felon in possession of a firearm or ammunition.