A 37-year-old man from Philadelphia is sentenced to 32 years in federal prison for his role in six armed robberies of cellphone stores across Norristown and Lower Merion, with incidents occurring in February 2021. Lawrence “Trizzy” McKay, who pleaded guilty to all charges, used firearms to intimidate and threaten store employees, culminating in significant financial restitution to the victims totaling over $100,000.
During the crime spree, McKay and his accomplices resorted to extreme violence, including instances where an employee was shot in the stomach. Federal prosecutors highlighted the severity of their actions, which instilled fear in the community and required urgent legal intervention to prevent further harm. McKay will also face five years of supervised release after serving his sentence, underscoring the legal system’s commitment to addressing violent crime.
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