Casino Robbery: Man Sentenced in Mahtomedi Case
- A Bloomington man received a prison sentence for his involvement in the violent robbery of a 68-year-old Mahtomedi resident after the victim left a casino with over $38,000...
- and another man ambushed the victim outside his residence on Griffin Court.
- Washington County District judge Siv Mjanger handed down the sentence,which was the result of a plea agreement.
Shawn Eric Lewis Jr. has been sentenced to 58 months in prison for his role in the aggravated robbery of a Mahtomedi man, who was targeted after winning big at Treasure Island Casino.This violent crime, which took place in December 2023, saw the victim ambushed outside his home and brutally attacked, underlining the seriousness of the situation surrounding the casino winnings robbery. News Directory 3 delivers the latest updates. Despite Lewis Jr.’s plea for a lighter sentence, Judge Mjanger emphasized that addiction didn’t excuse the violent nature of the crime. With other suspects, including Tristin Tyler Jacox-Mann and Philip William Davids Sr., still facing charges, the case remains open. Discover what’s next as the legal proceedings continue.
Bloomington Man Sentenced in Casino Winnings Robbery
Updated June 3,2025
A Bloomington man received a prison sentence for his involvement in the violent robbery of a 68-year-old Mahtomedi resident after the victim left a casino with over $38,000 in winnings. Shawn Eric Lewis Jr., 38, was sentenced to 58 months in prison after pleading guilty to aiding and abetting first-degree aggravated robbery. The incident occurred in December 2023 when the victim returned home from Treasure Island Resort & Casino.
According to court testimony, Lewis jr. and another man ambushed the victim outside his residence on Griffin Court. The victim stated that he was violently attacked, fearing for his life. During the assault, the victim’s girlfriend and her niece came outside, and one of the assailants threatened to kill them if they did not go back inside.
Washington County District judge Siv Mjanger handed down the sentence,which was the result of a plea agreement. Lewis Jr.’s attorney requested a downward departure, citing his client’s struggle with fentanyl addiction. However, Mjanger denied the request, acknowledging Lewis Jr.’s addiction but emphasizing that it did not excuse the violent nature of the crime.
“An intentional, very, very violent act that could have ended his life. So even though I recognize your addiction, I acknowledge it, and I acknowledge your desire to change your life. It is an explanation, but it’s not an excuse for the behavior,” Judge Mjanger said.
The criminal complaint details how the victim believed he was being followed after encountering Philip William Davids Sr. at the casino. He noticed davids making a phone call and attempting to follow him as he left. Cellphone analysis revealed multiple calls between Tristin Tyler Jacox-Mann and Shawn Eric Lewis Sr. before and after the robbery, suggesting a coordinated effort in the casino winnings robbery.
The victim’s girlfriend told the court that they were stalked for over a month before the attack. The victim, who wished to remain anonymous due to fear, reported ongoing health issues consequently of the assault.
What’s next
Cases against the other men allegedly involved in the casino robbery remain pending.Deangelo romaine Jacox pleaded guilty to fleeing a peace officer and awaits sentencing. Jacox-Mann is scheduled for trial on robbery and threats of violence charges. Lewis Sr. pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting robbery, and Davids Sr. has a hearing scheduled for September.