A Nevada man, Wyatt Scott Peterson, is sentenced to 26 years in prison after a jury finds him guilty of armed robbery and assaulting a federal officer. The robberies occurred in December 2016, where Peterson brandished a handgun during heists at two Las Vegas jewelry stores, stealing over $60,000 worth of items combined.
In addition to his lengthy prison sentence, Peterson will face three years of parole following his release. His criminal history includes multiple prior felony convictions, illustrating a pattern of serious offenses. During his time in detention, he physically confronted a federal officer, further complicating his legal situation. Details of his brazen acts shed light on the dangers faced by retail employees and law enforcement in crime-ridden areas.
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