The Grimy Times has learned that two siblings from Cleveland, Ohio, have been indicted on federal robbery and firearms charges in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
According to an indictment returned on October 16, Rayshawn Patterson, 19, and Reginald Patterson, 21, have been accused of violating federal robbery and firearms laws.
The indictment, announced by United States Attorney Scott W. Brady, alleges that on December 23, 2017, the Patterson brothers conspired to commit and committed a theft of a licensed firearms dealer, DSD Sports, located at 328 B. West Main Street, Brookville, PA 15825, stealing 14 pistols and two assault rifles.
The indictment also charges that the Patterson brothers transported the stolen firearms in interstate commerce on the same date. On the previous day, they are accused of conspiring to commit and committing a Hobbs Act Robbery at Fastway Gas, located at 22352 Route 68, Clarion, PA 16214, stealing an amount of United States Currency.
During the robbery of Fastway Gas, the Patterson brothers are charged with using, carrying, and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Finally, from December 23, 2017 to December 29, 2017, they are accused of possession of the stolen guns from the robbery of DSD Sports.
The defendants face a total maximum sentence of not less than seven years and up to life in prison, a fine of not more than $250,000, or both. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendants.
Assistant United States Attorney Timothy M. Lanni is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, the Brookville Police Department, the Pennsylvania State Police, the Cleveland Police Department, and the Cuyahoga Sheriff’s Department conducted the investigation leading to the indictment in this case.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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