Career Offender Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Stabbing Clerk During Armed Robbery of Speedway Gas Station

WILMINGTON, N.C. - A federal judge sentenced Antwon Moore, 42, to 20 years in federal prison the maximum sentence allowed by law for committing an armed robbery. On November 25, 2025, Moore pleaded guilty to robbing a Speedway gas station in Wilson, North Carolina.

"This maximum sentence sends a clear message: we will not tolerate robbery or violent crime in Eastern North Carolina," said U.S. Attorney Ellis Boyle. "He has been terrorizing citizens for 25 years in and out of the state system, but now he federaled around and found out. This serial robber has 20 years to think about his vicious crimes. We will continue to work with state and local partners to prioritize enforcement of federal law against the most violent criminals in our communities."

At 3:30 a.m. on April 10, 2025, Moore entered a Speedway gas station minimart in Wilson, North Carolina. He placed a Bootlegger malt beverage down on the counter, pulled out a knife and stabbed the clerk in her chest. Then, he stole hundreds of dollars from the register.

Thankfully, the clerk survived, escaped by locking herself in the bathroom, and managed to call for help from the bathroom. Moore has committed five prior robberies in 2001, 2005 (twice), and 2006 (twice).

"This 20-year federal prison sentence reflects the gravity of this violent crime and reaffirms the FBI's unwavering commitment to crush violent crime and secure justice for every victim. We are grateful to the steadfast partnership to ensure this offender was held fully accountable," said Reid Davis, the FBI Special Agent in Charge in North Carolina.

"The Wilson Police Department has a long-standing relationship with the United States Attorney's Office and federal law enforcement partners. These relationships are vital in addressing violent crime and narcotics trafficking. The Wilson Police Department will continue to relentlessly target those who choose to engage in these types of criminal activities and utilize any resource available to make the city safer," said Captain Jason Corprew, Wilson Police Department.

Ellis Boyle, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, made the announcement after sentencing by Chief U.S. District Judge Richard E. Myers II. The Wilson Police Department and the FBI investigated the case.

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