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Armed Robber Sentenced to 84 Months in Prison
A brazen daytime robbery in St. Louis County has resulted in a lengthy prison sentence for the perpetrator. Daniel D. Martin, 22, of Ferguson, was sentenced to 84 months in prison for robbing a dollar store at gunpoint in August 2021.
The crime took place on August 29, 2021, when Martin entered a store on Midland Boulevard and demanded money from the cashier after displaying a handgun. He fled the store with $267.34 in cash.
According to court records, Martin pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in St. Louis in February to one count of robbery and one count of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence. The St. Louis County Police investigated the case, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Tiffany Becker prosecuted the case.
The sentencing was handed down by U.S. District Judge Matthew T. Schelp, who delivered the sentence of 84 months in prison.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of committing violent crimes. Martin’s actions put the lives of innocent people at risk, and his sentence reflects the severity of his crimes.
The community can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that Martin will be held accountable for his actions and will no longer pose a threat to public safety.
The conviction and sentencing of Daniel D. Martin is a testament to the tireless efforts of law enforcement and prosecutors in bringing violent offenders to justice.
Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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