Eric Colbert Sentenced to 257 Months for Armed Bank Robbery, Albany…

GRIMY TIMES EXCLUSIVE — Albany’s Eric Colbert has been locked away for a quarter-century, following his sentencing for an armed bank heist that almost took a life. The 38-year-old was handed a 257-month sentence after facing charges of armed bank robbery, U.S. Attorney Michael J. Moore announced.

Colbert, who entered First State Bank in Albany on November 18, 2011, with a firearm, became the subject of a high-speed chase after firing shots at an officer inside. Despite being chased and firing additional rounds behind him, Colbert was soon apprehended by law enforcement, leaving no money in his possession but a guaranteed trip to federal prison.

Moore emphasized the gravity of Colbert’s actions: ‘When Mr. Colbert entered the bank and fired his gun, he chose to put innocent lives at risk. His shot at an officer sealed his fate. This sentence is a stark reminder that such senseless acts are not tolerated in our district.’

The investigation into the crime was a collaborative effort by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Albany Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Peter Leary led the prosecution on behalf of the Government.

For more information on this case, contact Sue McKinney, Public Affairs Specialist at (478) 621-2602.

This sentence sends a chilling message to would-be criminals: in Georgia’s Middle District, using firearms during crimes will result in a long stay behind bars.