Rick James Robbers: Fashion-Forward Heist

In 2015, a trio of daring criminals earned the moniker "Rick James Robbers" for their audacious heists. These men, sporting 1970s-era Rick James-inspired disguises complete with long braids and sunglasses, embarked on a spree of three successful robberies targeting check-cashing facilities and credit unions. However, their luck ran out on the fourth attempt when they stole a vehicle, leading to a high-speed chase that ended in their capture. The trio faced charges of robbery and conspiracy to commit robbery.

U.S. Attorney Josh Minkler declared, "The reign of terror for these three men is over," emphasizing that those who endanger citizens and disrupt commerce would be held accountable. The trio faced sentencing in May 2017, with potential prison terms of up to 40 years looming over them.