Pete Terry, Assault on a Federal Officer and Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury, Arizona 2020
Pete Terry Sentenced to 51 Months in Prison for Assaulting Gila River Police Officers
A 42-year-old man from Sacaton, Arizona, has been sentenced to over 4 years in prison for assaulting Gila River police officers. Pete Terry, an enrolled member of the Gila River Indian Community, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge John J. Tuchi on January 6, 2020.
According to the investigation, Terry pointed a handgun at a Gila River police officer on March 19, 2019. He then attempted to evade other officers as they tried to arrest him. The pursuit led to Terry driving through the desert, running stop signs, and eventually hitting another Gila River police officer's vehicle. The officer suffered serious injuries in the incident.
Terry pleaded guilty on October 3, 2019, to Assault on a Federal Officer and Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury. He will serve 51 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release.
The investigation into this case was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Raynette Logan, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Arizona, Phoenix, handled the prosecution.
The case highlights the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the course of their duties. The Gila River police officers involved in this incident demonstrated bravery and professionalism in the face of a violent suspect.
The sentencing of Pete Terry brings closure to this case, and we hope it serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting the authority and safety of law enforcement officers.
Details of the case are as follows:
Defendant: Pete Terry
Criminal Charges: Assault on a Federal Officer and Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury
City and State: Phoenix, Arizona
Crime Date: March 19, 2019
Sentencing Date: January 6, 2020
Sentence: 51 months in prison and 3 years of supervised release
Key Facts
- State: Arizona
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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