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Armed Robbery Spree Ends in 19-Year Prison Sentences
In a shocking turn of events, two Illinois men have been sentenced to over 19 years in prison for their roles in a pair of brazen armed robberies in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
The defendants, Quran R. Waterford, 36, of Chicago, Illinois, and Gary McCaleb, 31, of Harvey, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Hobbs Act Robbery and two counts of brandishing a firearm during the commission of a crime of violence, in a United States District Court.
According to court documents, the duo entered B&H Firearms in Fort Wayne on December 5, 2018, while armed with a firearm, tied the owner’s hands behind his back, and stole over $8,000 worth of firearms. Eight days later, on December 13, 2018, Waterford, McCaleb, and an unknown individual, entered a T-Mobile cellular telephone store in Fort Wayne while armed with a firearm, restrained two employees and two customers by zip tying their hands behind their backs, before fleeing with numerous cellular telephones.
Waterford and McCaleb were apprehended by the Fort Wayne Police Department after a short pursuit.
On June 18, 2021, United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty handed down the sentences. Waterford was sentenced to 239 months in prison followed by 3 years of supervised release. McCaleb was sentenced to 245 months in prison followed by 3 years of supervised release. Restitution of $8,630 was imposed against both defendants.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, with the assistance of the Fort Wayne Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Stacey R. Speith prosecuted the case.
The sentencing brings an end to a tumultuous chapter in the lives of the two defendants, who will now face the consequences of their actions. The people of Fort Wayne can rest easy knowing that justice has been served.
As the Grimy Times continues to investigate and report on crime in our community, we remind our readers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
In related news, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives has issued a warning to local residents about the dangers of armed robbery and the importance of securing firearms and other valuables.
Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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