Jerrinon Tate, Armed Robberies, Missouri 2018

A shocking crime has shaken the quiet streets of St. Louis, Missouri. Jerrinon Tate, 28, pleaded guilty to two counts of brandishing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. His sentencing date is set for August 13, 2019.

According to the plea agreement, Tate's crimes began on June 21, 2018, at 1:00 a.m., when he entered the Quik Trip located at 10845 Lilac in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Tate displayed a black semi-automatic pistol to the clerk and demanded money from the case drawer, taking approximately $847 in total.

The first crime was followed by another at 7:30 a.m. on the same day, when Tate entered the Moto Mart located at 11005 Riverview Drive in the City of St. Louis. He displayed a black semi-automatic pistol and demanded that the clerk give him money.

The third armed robbery occurred at 7:20 p.m. on the same day, when Tate entered the Family Dollar store located at 8971 Halls Ferry, St. Louis, Missouri. Tate displayed a firearm, demanded money, and threatened to shoot an employee if they did not comply.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation investigated this case, bringing Tate to justice. His crimes carry penalties of not less than seven years nor more than life and/or a fine of $250,000 on each count, making a mandatory minimum sentence of 14 years and a maximum possible penalty of life imprisonment.

Tate's case serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and the impact of crime on innocent victims. As the city of St. Louis continues to rebuild and recover from these incidents, residents are reminded to stay informed and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

The outcome of Tate's case will be closely watched, as the community awaits justice for the victims of these heinous crimes.

**MANDATORY FACTS:**

* Defendant: Jerrinon Tate

* Criminal Charges: Two counts of brandishing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence

* City and State: St. Louis, Missouri

* Date: June 21, 2018

* Sentence: Sentencing date set for August 13, 2019, with a mandatory minimum sentence of 14 years and a maximum possible penalty of life imprisonment

* Dollar Amounts: Approximately $847 in total cash taken

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edmo/pr/st-louis-man-pleads-guilty-armed-robberies