An Atlantic City man was convicted of weapons offenses in an armed robbery Wednesday.
Maurice Treakle, 47, was found guilty of possession of a weapon and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, Atlantic County Prosecutor Damon Tyner announced Thursday.
Treakle was accused of wielding a knife at a 23-year-old man who had just won money at the casino Aug. 26, 2017, according to the state's case.
The victim was punched in the face and robbed of his money and phone at knife point by two men. Treakle was located a few blocks away, carrying a knife and the victim’s cell phone. The other man was never identified.
Treakle faces a minimum of 10 to 20 years in prison when he is sentenced Dec. 7. He would have to serve at least 85 percent under the No Early Release Act. Treakle is also extended term eligible, meaning he could face life in prison, Tyner said.
