A Revere man, Jaquan Barrows, 27, has admitted to federal charges in connection with the armed robberies of two convenience stores in the Boston area. According to an announcement by United States Attorney Joshua S. Levy and Jodi Cohen, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston Division, provided by the U.S. Attorney's Office, Barrows pleaded guilty to two counts of Hobbs Act robbery and one count of using and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence. His sentencing is set for March 26, 2025.
The first incident occurred on the morning of March 29, where Barrows, dressed in dark clothing, a mask, and an orange safety vest, entered a Revere store, wielding a handgun. He aggressively demanded money and a cellphone from the clerk, subsequently striking the victim with the gun before fleeing with both cash and an ice cream bar. In less than a week, on April 4, Barrows struck again at an Everett convenience store. Surveillance footage and a search of Barrow’s residence linked him to the crimes, revealing clothing worn during the robberies and a handgun.
Barrows was taken into custody following the search, which unearthed evidence connecting him to the robberies. The vehicle seen at the scene of the Revere convenience store robbery, a Honda Pilot, was registered to an individual residing with Barrows, further implicating him in the crime. The U.S. Attorney's Office noted that the Hobbs Act robbery charge could result in up to 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and fines of up to $250,000. Moreover, the firearms charge carries a mandatory minimum of seven years, to be served consecutively with any other sentence.
The collaborative effort in bringing Barrows to justice involved multiple agencies, including the local Revere and Everett Police Departments. Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren Maynard of the Major Crimes Unit is handling the prosecution. The swift action and interagency cooperation underscored the seriousness of the crimes and the robust response to armed robbery, a violent offense that threatens community safety and disrupts commerce. Barrows, facing the weight of federal charges, will soon learn the full consequences of his actions as the court date draws near.
