Jeffrey Patterson, Armed Bank Robbery, Arizona 2021

A 46-year-old Phoenix man has been sentenced to over 12 years in prison for a string of armed bank robberies in Arizona.

Jeffrey Patterson, a resident of Phoenix, Arizona, was sentenced to 155 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for his role in six bank robberies that occurred in early 2021.

Patterson, who pleaded guilty to one count of bank robbery, one count of armed bank robbery, and one count of brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, stole more than $28,000 from the banks.

In each robbery, Patterson approached a teller and produced a note demanding money. During his last robbery, Patterson’s demand note included a threat to shoot up the bank. After the teller handed him some money, Patterson pointed a handgun at the teller and demanded more.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Phoenix Police Department, Tempe Police Department, Chandler Police Department, Scottsdale Police Department, Peoria Police Department, and Tucson Police Department conducted the investigation in the case.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Ben Goldberg, District of Arizona, Phoenix, handled the prosecution.

Patterson’s case is a stark reminder of the importance of community policing and the need for individuals to report suspicious activity to the authorities.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona, is committed to holding individuals accountable for their crimes and working to keep our communities safe.

Mandatory Facts:
Defendant: Jeffrey Patterson
Charges: Bank robbery, armed bank robbery, brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence
City and state: Phoenix, Arizona
Date: n/a (sentencing occurred on an unspecified date)
Sentence: 155 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release
Dollar amounts: $28,000

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