TALLAHASSEE, FL – Keshawn Jarmarlin Robinson, 21, is facing a mountain of federal charges after a week-long spree of brazen armed robberies across Tallahassee. A federal grand jury returned a thirteen-count indictment detailing six Hobbs Act Robbery counts, six counts of brandishing a firearm during the commission of a crime, and one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm. The announcement came from Jason R. Coody, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida, signaling a swift and serious response to the escalating violence.
The indictment paints a picture of calculated aggression. Between November 15 and November 22, 2022, Robinson allegedly targeted a string of local businesses, terrorizing employees and customers alike. The list of victims includes a Subway restaurant, the Tobacco Outlet, a Dollar General store, Advanced Auto Parts, Firehouse Subs, and the Lemon Pepper restaurant – all within the city limits of Tallahassee. Each robbery was reportedly committed with a firearm brandished in a threatening manner.
This isn’t just a case of impulsive crime. Robinson’s past as a convicted felon adds another layer of severity. Federal law prohibits him from possessing any firearm or ammunition, making the brandishing of a weapon during these robberies an even more egregious offense. Authorities are sending a clear message: those with prior convictions who choose to arm themselves and prey on the community will face the full force of the law.
If convicted on all counts, Robinson is staring down the barrel of a lengthy prison sentence. He could receive up to 20 years for each Hobbs Act robbery, a mandatory consecutive term of no less than 7 years up to life for each count of brandishing a firearm, and an additional 15 years for the illegal possession of a firearm. That’s a potential lifetime behind bars for a week of terrorizing a city.
The investigation was a joint effort between the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Tallahassee Police Department, showcasing a united front against violent crime. Assistant United States Attorney Eric K. Mountin will be leading the prosecution, tasked with building a case that proves Robinson’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. It’s crucial to remember, an indictment is merely an accusation; Robinson is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
This case falls under Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a broader initiative aimed at reducing violent crime and gun violence across the nation. The US Attorney’s Office is also urging residents to take a simple, yet crucial, step to prevent crime: lock your car doors, especially at night. Unlocked vehicles remain a prime source of firearms for criminals in the Northern District of Florida. For public court documents, visit the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida website. More information on the US Attorney’s Office can be found at http://www.justice.gov/usao/fln/index.html.
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Key Facts
- State: Florida
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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