Violent Assault Rocks Pinon Community
PHOENIX – In a shocking display of brutality, 28-year-old Roneldo James of Pinon, Arizona, was sentenced to eight years of imprisonment for his role in a violent assault on a juvenile victim. The crime, which took place on December 1, 2015, has left the community reeling.
According to court documents, James and his brothers, Delfred Lee and Milfred James, held the victim and others at gunpoint against their will in a Pinon residence on the Navajo Nation Indian Reservation. All parties involved are members of the Navajo Nation, and the three brothers are affiliated with the Red Nation Warriors street gang.
The investigation into the crime was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Alexander Samuels handling the prosecution. The case has been a priority for law enforcement in the region, with a focus on bringing those responsible to justice.
The sentencing of Roneldo James is a significant milestone in the case, and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the investigators and prosecutors involved. The community can rest a little easier knowing that justice has been served.
Roneldo James’s sentence will be followed by three years of supervised release. The case has sent shockwaves through the community, and serves as a reminder of the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their crimes.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona, is committed to ensuring that those who commit violent crimes are held accountable. This case is a prime example of that commitment, and we are proud to have played a role in bringing the perpetrators to justice.
Roneldo James, whose full name is Roneldo James, is currently serving his sentence. His brothers, Delfred Lee and Milfred James, were previously sentenced to seven and six years of imprisonment, respectively, for their roles in the offense.
The case number for this matter is CR-16-8167-PCT-GMS, and the release number is 2017-078_James. For more information on the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/az.
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Key Facts
- State: Arizona
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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