Nicholas Antwain Dancy, Armed Robbery, Minnesota 2023

Armed Robberies Rock University Avenue: St. Paul Man Sentenced to 14.5 Years in Prison

A St. Paul man has been handed a lengthy prison sentence for his role in a string of armed robberies that terrorized grocery stores along University Avenue.

Nicholas Antwain Dancy, 39, was sentenced to 175 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release for three armed robberies of grocery stores located in St. Paul along University Avenue, announced U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger.

According to court documents, on three separate occasions between May 27 and June 5, 2022, Dancy robbed three grocery stores located on University Avenue in St. Paul: Towfiq Grocery, Midway Grocery and Deli, and Global Food and Mid Market. During the robberies, Dancy used a firearm to threaten the employees and demand cash.

Dancy pleaded guilty on July 14, 2023, to three counts of Hobbs Act robbery and one count of brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. He was sentenced yesterday by Judge John R. Tunheim.

This case was the result of an investigation conducted by the FBI and the St. Paul Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Ruth S. Shnider and Jordan L. Sing prosecuted the case.

The string of robberies sent shockwaves through the community, leaving many wondering if the perpetrator would ever be caught. However, thanks to the tireless efforts of law enforcement, Dancy is now facing the consequences of his actions.

Nicholas Antwain Dancy will serve his 14.5-year sentence for his role in the armed robberies of University Avenue grocery stores. The case serves as a reminder that those who commit violent crimes will be held accountable for their actions.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-mn/pr/st-paul-man-sentenced-145-years-prison-multiple-armed-robberies-university-avenue