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Vandal Sets Fire to Minneapolis Bank
A brazen act of arson shook the streets of Minneapolis when a group of individuals, led by Marc Bell Gonzales, 30, of Wayzata, intentionally set fire to the Wells Fargo Bank branch building located at 3030 Nicollet Avenue South.
On May 28, 2020, Gonzales poured gasoline from a red plastic canister onto the Wells Fargo Bank property while the surrounding crowd chanted, “burn it down!” Gonzales admitted that he acted with the intent to accelerate the burning of the Wells Fargo Bank building.
The devastating blaze caused significant damage to the bank and surrounding area. The incident was met with widespread condemnation from law enforcement and community leaders.
Acting U.S. Attorney W. Anders Folk for the District of Minnesota announced that Gonzales was sentenced to 37 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for conspiring to commit arson of the Minneapolis bank.
U.S. District Judge Eric C. Tostrud handed down the sentence after a thorough investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Minneapolis Police Department, and the Minnesota State Fire Marshal Division.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Andrew R. Winter prosecuted the case, ensuring that justice was served for the victims of this heinous crime.
The community can rest easier knowing that those responsible for this act of violence have been brought to justice.
Key Facts
- State: Minnesota
- Category: Violent Crime|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Cybercrime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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