Stephen Easterling, Hobbs Act Robbery, Pennsylvania 2013

A brazen attempt to rob a Haverford Avenue jewelry store has landed a Philadelphia man in hot water. According to court documents, Stephen Easterling, 28, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, attempted to rob K/V Jewelers, Inc., trading as Main Line Jewelers, located at 7553 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 1, 2013.

According to the indictment, Easterling’s attempted heist earned him a charge of Hobbs Act Robbery, a federal offense that comes with serious consequences. If convicted, the defendant faces a maximum possible sentence of 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release, a $250,000 fine, restitution, and a $100 special assessment.

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Philadelphia Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Ewald Zittlau is leading the prosecution.

This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, a federal initiative designed to identify and prosecute firearms offenders in federal court, where the defendant is likely to receive a substantial sentence upon conviction.

The indictment details a shocking incident that has left the community shaken. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen what the outcome will be for Easterling. One thing is certain, however: the defendant’s actions will have serious consequences if he is found guilty.

At Grimy Times, we will continue to follow this case closely and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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