Demario Cotton, a 39-year-old Jackson man, has admitted to firing multiple times at law enforcement vehicles with a rifle, causing bodily injury to a federal law enforcement officer who was in the performance of his official duties.
According to court documents, the incident occurred on June 26, 2021, when Cotton was in a vehicle fleeing law enforcement. He was subsequently taken into custody and admitted to his illegal actions.
Cotton was charged with assault on a federal law enforcement officer. He pled guilty to the charge on July 1, 2022, and is scheduled to be sentenced on September 29, 2022.
Under federal law, Cotton faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. A federal district judge will determine the sentence after considering the U.S. sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Jackson Police Department investigated the case, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Lynn Murray prosecuting the case.
Cotton’s sentencing is set for September 29, 2022. The case serves as a reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement officials in the line of duty.
Cotton’s guilty plea brings an end to the investigation and prosecution of this case. It highlights the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, especially when those actions put the safety of others at risk.
Mandatory Facts: Demario Cotton, Assault on a Federal Law Enforcement Officer, Jackson, Mississippi, June 26, 2021. Cotton faces up to 20 years in prison. He pled guilty on July 1, 2022, and is scheduled to be sentenced on September 29, 2022.
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Key Facts
- State: Mississippi
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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