Anthony Williams, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, pleaded guilty to one count of threatening to retaliate against a witness in a federal criminal tax trial.
According to court documents, Williams threatened to cause bodily injury to a witness who testified in the federal trial of United States v. Angela Myers. In his plea agreement, Williams, who is Myers’ son, admitted to sending a threat via Instagram with the intent to retaliate against the witness for his testimony.
Angela Myers was convicted by a jury in March 2013 for her role in a stolen identity tax refund fraud scheme. She was subsequently sentenced to serve 11 years in federal prison.
Williams faces a potential maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison and a $250,000 fine. As part of his plea agreement, Williams also agreed to a condition of release prohibiting him from initiating any contact whatsoever with the witness he threatened.
This case was investigated by Special Agents of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)-Criminal Investigation and the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.
Williams’ plea agreement is a significant blow to those who seek to intimidate witnesses and undermine the integrity of our justice system. His actions will not be tolerated, and he will face the full force of the law.
The case is a prime example of the importance of protecting witnesses and ensuring that they are able to testify freely without fear of retaliation. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Louisiana and the Department’s Tax Division will continue to work tirelessly to bring those who engage in such conduct to justice.
Mandatory Facts:
Defendant/Respondent: Anthony Williams
Criminal Charges: One count of threatening to retaliate against a witness in a federal criminal tax trial
City and State: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Date: (Not specified)
Sentence/Outcome: Williams faces a potential maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison and a $250,000 fine
Dollar Amounts: $250,000
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Key Facts
- State: Federal
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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