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Home » 64-Year-Old Veteran Shoots Illegal Alien in Self-Defense During Facebook Marketplace Robbery Attempt

64-Year-Old Veteran Shoots Illegal Alien in Self-Defense During Facebook Marketplace Robbery Attempt

Adam Green By Adam Green September 7, 2024 3 Min Read
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64-Year-Old Veteran Shoots Illegal Alien in Self-Defense During Facebook Marketplace Robbery Attempt

CULLMAN, AL — A 64-year veteran of the U.S. military was shot but successfully defended himself during a violent robbery attempt on September 1, 2023. The veteran, whose name has not been released, was meeting a man to purchase equipment through an online transaction. The encounter quickly escalated into a life-threatening situation, leaving both men injured.

According to Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, the veteran met the suspect, later identified as Abel Medardo Sacrab-Chen, in Cullman to complete the transaction. Sacrab-Chen informed the victim that the equipment was not on-site and suggested they drive to another location. Once inside the vehicle, Sacrab-Chen pulled a knife, pressed it to the veteran’s throat, and demanded money, threatening to kill him.

Recognizing the imminent danger, the veteran, who had a firearm with him for protection, acted decisively. He drew his firearm and shot Sacrab-Chen, ending the threat. Despite being wounded, Sacrab-Chen managed to flee the scene in the veteran’s truck.

Cullman County deputies and local police responded quickly, locating Sacrab-Chen at an intersection in Cullman. He was still inside the stolen vehicle and had sustained gunshot wounds. Sacrab-Chen, an illegal immigrant from Guatemala, was taken into custody and transported to a hospital, where he remains under medical care.

Authorities have charged Sacrab-Chen with first-degree robbery, with additional charges expected. District Attorney Champ Crocker confirmed that Sacrab-Chen also faces a federal charge for being an illegal immigrant in possession of a firearm, a violation of federal law passed in September 2022. He will be prosecuted fully under Alabama law before any consideration of deportation.

The victim sustained injuries during the incident but is recovering. Sheriff Gentry praised the veteran’s quick actions and credited his tactical awareness and preparation for likely saving his life.

This incident highlights the importance of being prepared and situationally aware when engaging in online transactions that require meeting strangers. Law enforcement agencies often provide safe zones, such as sheriff’s office parking lots, to ensure a secure location for such exchanges. Carrying a firearm for personal defense, as seen here, can be a crucial factor in protecting oneself from violent threats, but it’s equally important to seek safer, public meeting spaces whenever possible

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