The Not-So-Modern-Day Robin Hood: The Case of Say-Quan Pollack
A federal judge in Brooklyn recently handed down a sentence of over seven years to Say-Quan Pollack, a gangster who targeted Brooklyn Bishop Lamore Whitehead during a sermon. Despite Pollack’s attempts to portray himself as a modern-day Robin Hood, the judge saw through his facade and labeled him as nothing more than a common “mugger.”
The Robbery and Sentencing
Pollack, armed with a gun, interrupted Bishop Whitehead’s sermon and stole valuables from both the bishop and his wife, all while their young daughter was present. Despite Pollack’s claims of deserving leniency due to Whitehead’s own legal troubles, the judge sentenced him to 7 1/2 years behind bars.
Brooklyn Federal Court Judge William Kuntz highlighted that Pollack’s actions were far from those of a benevolent figure like Robin Hood, emphasizing that he was simply a robber. Pollack’s associates and the violent nature of the robbery further supported the judge’s decision.
The Impact of the Crime
The robbery not only left Bishop Whitehead and his family traumatized but also revealed the true nature of Pollack and his accomplices. Despite initially valuing the stolen loot at $1 million, only a fraction of that amount has been accounted for in recovered items.
Furthermore, the ripple effects of the crime extended beyond Pollack, as his associates faced their own legal consequences. One associate awaits sentencing while another met a tragic end in a violent confrontation with law enforcement.
Redemption and Consequences
Pollack, a repeat offender with prior convictions for armed robbery, expressed a desire to turn his life around. However, his actions spoke louder than his words, leading to his guilty plea and subsequent sentencing for the robbery.
Meanwhile, Bishop Whitehead, once revered for his flashy lifestyle and preaching, saw his own downfall with a series of legal troubles and convictions for fraud. The aftermath of the robbery shed light on the darker sides of both the victim and the perpetrator.
As the case concludes with Pollack’s sentencing, the narrative of a modern-day Robin Hood unravels, revealing the harsh realities of crime and punishment in today’s society.
