A Revere man involved in two armed robberies was sentenced to nine years in federal prison at the Boston court. Jaquan Barrows, aged 27, received his sentence from U.S. District Court Judge Richard G. Stearns. After his prison term, Barrows will complete a three-year supervised release. In December 2024, he pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery interfering with interstate commerce—commonly referred to as Hobbs Act robbery—and one count related to using and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence. Barrows was charged in April 2024.
On March 29, 2024, a masked individual in dark clothing entered a convenience store in Revere with a handgun. He demanded and took cash, a cell phone, and an ice cream bar. Less than a week later, a similar incident was reported at a convenience store in Everett on April 4, 2024. The suspect threatened the clerk with a gun before taking cash.
The investigation revealed a Honda Pilot in the area of the first robbery, linked to someone residing with Barrows. Surveillance footage connected Barrows to the clothing worn by the suspect. A search of Barrows’ residence on April 4, 2024, led to the discovery of similar clothing and a handgun, resulting in his immediate arrest.
United States Attorney Leah B. Foley, alongside Special Agent in Charge Jodi Cohen of the FBI Boston Division, announced the sentencing. The investigation received support from Revere and Everett police departments, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren Maynard handled the prosecution.