One of three Immokalee men will face charges stemming from a stretch of Florida home burglaries. The group became known as the “Ninja Robbers” and allegedly participated in burglaries from December 2013 to 2014. The dubbed “Ninja Robbers” dressed like ninjas by wearing all black and would break into houses all throughout the State of Florida. One of the defendants faces several charges, including kidnapping with the intent to commit a felony and robbery with a firearm or deadly weapon. Florida law defines burglary as entering the home of another person with the intent to commit an offense.
The Criminal Trial of One of the Ninja Robbers is Underway
Two of the three men known to the public as the “Ninja Robbers” recently pled guilty to 34 different Florida criminal charges. The Florida judge presiding over the case ordered lengthy prison sentences of 45 years to each defendant. The men dressed in all black wearing masks entered Florida homes through unlocked doors and proceeded to hold the occupants at gunpoint. They used zip ties and duct tape to restrain them in some instances. The criminal charges to which they pled guilty include the following:
- Kidnapping with intent to commit a felony
- Carjacking with a firearm
- Dealing in stolen property
- Aggravated battery causing great bodily harm
- Home invasion robbery with a firearm
- Conspiracy to commit racketeering
- Racketeering
The remaining man who rejected a plea deal will now face trial. A jury panel of six jurors and four alternate jurors will form, chosen out of a pool of 150 potential jurors. Finding jurors who have not seen any new articles, blog posts, photos, or heard any news about the “Ninja Robbers” will be difficult.
Fighting a Florida Burglary With a Firearm or Deadly Weapon Charge
The crime of burglary in Florida requires someone to enter a dwelling, usually someone’s home or other dwelling structure, without permission and with intent to commit an offense. Entering a dwelling legally and remaining there without permission with the intent to commit an offense also constitutes burglary in Florida law.
Florida Burglary in the First Degree Charges
First degree burglary is the most severe type of burglary crime. To commit burglary in the first degree, the offender must commit a burglary along with other aggravating factors. The suspect must enter a dwelling without permission with the intent to commit an offense, and also do one of the following:
- Enter with explosives or a dangerous weapon or weapons,
- Commit an assault or battery upon another person, or
- Enter the structure using a motor vehicle as an instrument in committing the offense or causes damage to the property above $1,000.
If You are Facing a Burglary Charge, We can Help
Are you facing a Florida robbery or burglary charge? If so, Moses & Rooth Attorneys at Law can help. Our skilled Orlando criminal defense attorneys have helped many clients secure dismissals and receive not guilty verdicts. Burglary is a serious charge in Florida, especially if the defendant used a firearm or deadly weapon in the process. Hiring a skilled Orlando burglary defense attorney is wise. Contact our law firm today to schedule your free initial consultation.
Andrew Moses
Andrew has been practicing criminal law his entire career. After graduating from law school he began working as an Assistant State Attorney prosecuting cases in Orange and Osceola Counties. During his time as an Assistant State Attorney, Andrew handled all types of cases ranging from misdemeanors to such serious felonies as drug trafficking and armed robbery. His experience as a prosecutor helped him gain perspective of the criminal justice system and how the government established its cases.
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