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Armed Bank Robber Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison
A Dedham man has been sentenced to 7 years in prison for his role in an armed bank robbery that occurred in 2014. Lawrence J. Costello, 54, was sentenced to 7 years in prison, 5 years of supervised release, and ordered to pay $17,687 in restitution.
The crime occurred on May 12, 2014, when Costello and another individual entered a Bank of America branch in Attleboro, armed with what appeared to be semi-automatic weapons. Once inside, Costello jumped over the teller’s counter and took $17,687 in cash while holding the tellers at gunpoint.
The men fled the scene in a green Ford pickup truck, which was later recovered and found to have been stolen. During the investigation, law enforcement recovered a pair of red and black gloves that contained Costello’s DNA. He was arrested a few weeks later in Bourne, Massachusetts.
Acting U.S. Attorney William D. Weinreb and other law enforcement officials announced the sentencing. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kenneth G. Shine prosecuted the case.
The investigation into the bank robbery was a joint effort between the FBI, Attleboro Police, and Bourne Police. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of community cooperation in bringing criminals to justice.
Costello’s sentencing is a significant victory for the people of Massachusetts, who can now feel safer knowing that a violent and reckless individual is behind bars. The sentencing also highlights the importance of DNA evidence in solving crimes.
Key Facts
- State: Massachusetts
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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