Justin Pierce, Conspiracy to Commit Bank Larceny, Louisiana 2020

NEW ORLEANS, LA – In a brazen attempt to break into an ATM, 22-year-old Justin Pierce of Slidell has been sentenced for his role in the crime. On February 5, 2020, Pierce and others attempted to break into an ATM located in the drive-through of a Capital One Bank using sledgehammers, crowbars, chains, and a truck.

The group’s actions caused significant damage to the ATM machine, with an estimated cost of $39,324 to be paid in restitution to Capital One Bank. This is not the first time Pierce and his accomplices tried to break into an ATM. Just prior to the Capital One Bank incident, they were observed attempting to break into an ATM at Hancock Whitney Bank.

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans praised the work of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New Orleans Police Department in investigating this matter. The prosecution of this case is being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorneys G. Dall Kammer and Rachal Cassagne.

Pierce was sentenced to 18 months in prison, 1 year of supervised release, and a $100 special assessment. His crimes consisted of conspiracy to commit bank larceny. The attempted robbery attempt and subsequent damage to the ATM machine have resulted in significant financial losses for Capital One Bank.

The New Orleans community should be assured that those who commit such crimes will face the full force of the law. Pierce’s sentence serves as a reminder of the consequences of such actions.

Capital One Bank, a major financial institution in the region, has been the victim of Pierce’s crimes. The bank’s ATM machine was severely damaged, resulting in a significant financial loss.

Jurors and investigators alike have praised the work of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New Orleans Police Department in bringing Pierce to justice.

The prosecution of this case is a testament to the dedication of law enforcement officials in the New Orleans area.

Pierce’s crimes are a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and the need for residents to report suspicious activity to the authorities.

Residents of New Orleans are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.

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