Junn Alan Quinto Coleman, a 35-year-old resident of Phoenix, has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to charges related to a violent robbery and shooting. The sentencing was handed down by United States District Judge Sharad H. Desai on September 22.
Coleman admitted guilt to Hobbs Act Robbery—a federal offense that targets robberies affecting interstate commerce—and to discharging a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence.
The incident occurred on January 2, 2024, at the Phoenix Soles streetwear store located on Central Avenue in Phoenix. According to investigators, Coleman and an accomplice entered the store armed. During the robbery, Coleman pointed his gun at people inside, pistol-whipped one man, and shot him in the shoulder before fleeing with cash, merchandise, and jewelry. Authorities from the FBI and Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) identified Coleman through his facial tattoos.
United States Attorney Timothy Courchaine commented on the case: “This case is a prime example of multiple agencies working together to curtail violent crime in our community. We are grateful for the work of the Phoenix Police Department, FBI, and Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry in quickly identifying the shooter and bringing him to justice.”
The prosecution was part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), an initiative aimed at reducing violent crime by fostering cooperation among law enforcement agencies at all levels. The program was renewed by the Department of Justice in 2017 with a focus on targeting violent offenders through coordinated strategies involving federal, state, local, tribal authorities as well as community organizations.
The investigation involved collaboration between the Phoenix Police Department, FBI’s Phoenix Division, and ADCRR. Assistant U.S. Attorney Patrick Chapman prosecuted the case.
