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On July 16, 2025, Quadir Quiroz, 20, of South Bend, Indiana, was sentenced to 216 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release after pleading guilty to Hobbs Act robbery and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence.
🕵️♂️ Case Summary
According to court records:
- On December 1, 2021, Quiroz robbed a victim at gunpoint and stole their vehicle.
- Ten days later, he robbed a South Bend gas station, striking an employee in the head with a firearm during the incident.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) with support from the South Bend Police Department, and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Joel Gabrielse.
🛡️ Broader Context
This prosecution falls under the Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) initiative, a nationwide strategy to reduce violent crime and gun violence. PSN emphasizes:
- Building trust between law enforcement and communities
- Supporting violence prevention programs
- Prioritizing strategic enforcement
- Measuring outcomes to ensure effectiveness
Quiroz’s sentencing reflects the federal government’s continued commitment to addressing violent crime through coordinated, multi-agency efforts.
