A shocking crime has shook the city of St. Louis, Missouri. Jessie Hampton, 26, and Malcom Johnson, 26, have pleaded guilty to a drug-related homicide that left one man dead in 2012.
According to court documents, Hampton and Johnson were involved in a drug trafficking operation in the St. Louis City area. On July 15, 2012, the two men, along with two others, robbed Scipio Vaughn. During the course of the robbery, Hampton shot and killed Vaughn.
The charge against Hampton and Johnson is possessing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, resulting in murder. This serious crime carries a penalty of life in prison and/or fines up to $250,000. A judge will determine the actual sentence based on the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, which provide recommended sentencing ranges.
In a bizarre twist, Hampton appeared before United States District Judge E. Richard Webber on [no exact date provided]. Johnson had already pleaded guilty on August 11, 2017. Their sentencings have been set for November 8, 2017.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department were instrumental in investigating this case. Assistant United States Attorney John Bird is handling the case for the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
This case highlights the severe consequences of engaging in drug trafficking and violent crime. The St. Louis community is still reeling from the effects of this tragic event. We will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Mandatory Facts:
Defendant/Respondent: Jessie Hampton (and Malcom Johnson)
Criminal Charges: Possessing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, resulting in murder
City and State: St. Louis, Missouri
Exact Date: July 15, 2012 (crime date)
Sentence or Outcome: Sentencings set for November 8, 2017
Dollar Amounts: Up to $250,000 fine
Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: Violent Crime|Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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