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Philadelphia Men Charged with Conspiracy and Hobbs Act Robbery
In a shocking turn of events, three Philadelphia men have been charged with conspiracy and Hobbs Act robbery in a home invasion of the owner of an Upper Darby business.
According to the superseding indictment, filed on December 4, 2011, Jeramiah Stokes, 23, Tyreek Styles, 25, and Tyrone Styles, 24, all of Philadelphia, followed the owner home, forced their way into the home at gunpoint, and forced the business owner and the business owner’s family to give them money, some of which were the business proceeds of Secane Deli and Grill.
The defendants are also charged with Hobbs Act robbery, and use, carrying, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence. Defendant Tyrone Styles allegedly fired the gun as the three defendants and two co-conspirators fled the scene.
If convicted of all charges, each of the defendants faces a mandatory term of 10 years in prison, up to a life sentence, fines, supervised release, and a special assessment of $300.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Upper Darby Police Department. It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Jennifer Chun Barry.
This brazen crime has left the Upper Darby community reeling, and the charges against the three defendants come as a welcome relief to the victims and their families.
The defendant’s real full name or legal entity name is Jeramiah Stokes. The exact criminal charges are Conspiracy and Hobbs Act Robbery. The city and state are Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The exact date of the crime is December 3, 2011. The sentence or outcome is pending trial.
The dollar amount of the special assessment is $300. The defendant’s current status is pending trial.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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