Illegal Alien Sentenced To 12 Months’ Imprisonment For Fleeing Police

SCRANTON - The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that on November 6, 2024, United States District Court Judge Robert D. Mariani sentenced Mugabe Baker, age 37, an illegal alien residing in Sullivan County, New York, to 12 months' imprisonment for fleeing and attempting to elude a police officer. Judge Mariani also ordered Baker to serve one year on supervised release after the conclusion of his prison sentence.

According to United States Attorney Gerard M. Karam, on September 18, 2022, a National Park Service Law Enforcement Officer observed Baker speeding in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Rather than pulling over, Baker sped away from the Officer. Baker's vehicle reached speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour and he nearly missed hitting two pedestrians while traveling through villages in New Jersey and New York. The responding Officer eventually terminated pursuit and Baker was later identified as the offending driver through investigation.

The matter was investigated by the National Park Service with assistance provided by the Kingston, Pennsylvania Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Todd K. Hinkley prosecuted the case.

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