CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - A man was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison after being convicted of committing six armed robberies in New Hampshire.
Court documents said Guillermo Garcia Esquivel, 36, who is from Mexico, robbed six convenience stores in Manchester in January and February of 2019.
Prosecutors said during each robbery, Esquivel pointed what appeared to be a black handgun at cashiers and demanded money. In two of the robberies, he also displayed a knife. Esquivel stole a total of more than $5,000.
Esquivel previously pleaded guilty in November. In addition to his prison sentence, he was ordered to pay $4,530 in restitution.
Prosecutors said Esquivel does not have lawful status in the United States. After serving his prison sentence, he faces likely removal to Mexico.
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