Buffalo Man Sentenced to Over 11 Years for Armed Carjacking of Delivery Driver

Buffalo, NY – Justice has been served in a high-profile carjacking case that rocked the community, as Deshawn L. Taylor, 26, of Buffalo, was handed a substantial prison sentence for his role in the armed robbery of a delivery driver. Taylor will now serve 140 months – a formidable 11 years and eight months – behind federal bars, a stark consequence for his dangerous actions.

The chilling incident unfolded on the evening of June 14, 2021, on Northland Avenue in Buffalo.

Prosecutors detailed how Taylor, armed with a firearm, approached a vulnerable delivery driver. In a terrifying confrontation, he brandished the weapon and demanded the victim’s vehicle, successfully making off with the car. The brazen act sent ripples of concern through the neighborhood, highlighting the risks faced by essential workers.

Following a swift investigation by Buffalo Police, Taylor was apprehended just days after the carjacking.

Faced with overwhelming evidence, he ultimately pleaded guilty to one count of carjacking, acknowledging his responsibility for the serious felony. This plea paved the way for the sentencing hearing, bringing the legal process to a definitive close.

U.S. District Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo presided over the sentencing, delivering a stern message about the consequences of violent crime.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Joshua A. Violanti prosecuted the case, working diligently to ensure that Taylor was held accountable for preying on an innocent individual performing their job. The significant prison term reflects the gravity of the offense and the commitment of law enforcement to combat such violent acts.

The sentencing of Deshawn L.

Taylor serves as a strong deterrent and a reminder that acts of violence, especially those involving firearms and targeting hard-working individuals, will be met with severe penalties. It underscores the ongoing efforts to maintain public safety and protect citizens from predatory criminal behavior in the community.