The Washington Times

Mexico to release former U.S. Marine

Jon Hammar, a former U.S. Marine who saw combat in both Iraq and Afghanistan, was scheduled Friday for release from a prison in Mexico.

Former Marine Jon Hammar, who served combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, was arrested for illegally possessing an antique firearm even though he declared the gun to Mexican Customs agents. Shown is the rifle in his possession when he was arrested in Mexico while on his way to surf in Costa Rica. He could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted. (Photo courtesy Olivia Hammar)

Former Marine Jon Hammar, who served combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, was arrested for illegally possessing an antique firearm even though he declared the gun to Mexican Customs agents. Shown is the rifle in his possession when he was arrested in Mexico while on his way to surf in Costa Rica. He could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted. (Photo courtesy Olivia Hammar)

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