Trevon Montez Freeman, a resident of Hertford County, was sentenced to 90 months in prison for charges related to an armed robbery at the Winton Deli. Freeman, aged 21, pled guilty on February 11, 2025, to interference with commerce by robbery and brandishing a firearm during the incident.
Acting U.S. Attorney Daniel P. Bubar commented on the case: “Commercial armed robbery not only endangers the lives of victims and bystanders but tears at the fabric of our communities. This result reflects our commitment to holding violent offenders accountable and providing some justice to the victim in this case.”
The robbery occurred on November 26, 2023, when Hertford County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report at the Winton Deli on S. Main Street in Winton. The store clerk reported that a man entered the store with a handgun and demanded money from the register, taking $257 before fleeing. Deputies attempted to track him using K-9 units but found evidence suggesting he escaped by car.
Sheriff Dexter Hayes emphasized law enforcement's dedication: “The professionalism, dedication, and commitment shown by our team reflect our ongoing mission to protect the citizens and businesses of Hertford County. We remain steadfast in our pledge that anyone who chooses to commit a crime in our county will be held accountable."
Surveillance footage confirmed Freeman as the suspect when deputies recognized his voice from video recordings. Later that night, Freeman was stopped for speeding near his home; items linked to the robbery were found in his possession.
The announcement was made by Acting U.S. Attorney Daniel P. Bubar following sentencing by Chief U.S. District Judge Richard E. Myers II. The investigation involved both the Hertford County Sheriff’s Office and Federal Bureau of Investigation with prosecution led by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jake D. Pugh and Phil Aubart.
