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Lincoln Man Sentenced for Harboring Fugitive
Aaron James Jackson, 28, a resident of Lincoln, Nebraska, has been sentenced to two and one-half years (30 months) in prison for harboring a fugitive, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Senior United States District Judge Richard G. Kopf ordered that Aaron James Jackson serve two years on supervised release after the completion of his prison term.
On March 20, 2014, members of the Metro Fugitive Task Force informed Aaron Jackson of the existence of a federal warrant for the arrest of his brother, Jason Robert Jackson. At that time, Aaron Jackson claimed not to know the whereabouts of his brother. However, information provided to law enforcement indicated that between March 20, 2014, and April 4, 2014, Aaron Jackson helped his brother avoid arrest.
According to the charges, Aaron James Jackson was harboring a fugitive, a federal offense. The charges against him were brought under 18 U.S.C. § 1071(a)(1), which prohibits harboring a fugitive from the United States.
The case was investigated by the Metro Fugitive Task Force, including officers and agents of the United States Marshals Service, the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, and the Lincoln Police Department. The task force works to track down fugitives and bring them to justice.
The sentencing of Aaron James Jackson brings closure to the case and serves as a reminder of the importance of cooperation with law enforcement. Harboring a fugitive is a serious offense that can have severe consequences, including lengthy prison sentences.
Aaron James Jackson will serve his 30-month prison term and then be on supervised release for two years. His sentence serves as a warning to others who may be considering similar actions.
Key Facts
- State: Nebraska
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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