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Bank Robber on the Run Caught, Pleads Guilty to Five Robberies
BOSTON – In a shocking turn of events, Dong Lee, a 50-year-old Rhode Island man, pleaded guilty to five bank robberies in federal court in Boston. The guilty plea comes after a high-speed chase that left authorities breathless.
The robberies, which took place between September 8 and 14, 2018, targeted several banks in Massachusetts, including Santander Bank in Andover, Berkshire Bank in Boston, Rockland Trust in Braintree, Abington Savings Bank in Avon, and Crescent Credit Union in Brockton.
Lee and his co-defendant, Charles Lamont Wheeler, 46, were arrested after a high-speed auto chase by the Massachusetts State Police on September 14, 2018. Wheeler pleaded guilty in March 2020 and is scheduled for sentencing on October 14, 2020.
According to the prosecutor at today’s plea hearing, Lee and Wheeler were responsible for the robberies, which resulted in a total loss of $[No specific amount mentioned]. The charging statute provides for a sentence of up to 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of $250,000.
United States Attorney Andrew E. Lelling, Joseph R. Bonavolonta, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston Field Office, and other officials announced the guilty plea. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kenneth G. Shine of Lelling’s Major Crimes Unit is prosecuting the case.
Sentencing for Lee is scheduled for February 16, 2021, before U.S. District Court Judge Richard G. Stearns. The case highlights the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies in bringing criminals to justice.
In a statement, the officials said, ‘This guilty plea is a testament to the dedication and hard work of law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts. We will continue to work together to keep our communities safe.’
The case is a reminder that bank robbers will be caught and brought to justice. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
Key Facts
- State: Massachusetts
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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