Silas M. Moore Pleads Guilty to Armed Robbery and Faces Up to 40 Years in Prison

David M. Higgins II, Publisher/Editor

Oct 16

Silas M. Moore, a 37-year-old resident of Washington, DC, has recently entered a guilty plea in the Circuit Court for Calvert County. Moore's plea is in connection with a disturbing incident that unfolded at the M&T Bank in Dunkirk on May 1, 2023, leaving the community in shock and fear. The charges against Moore include armed robbery, use of a handgun in committing a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a regulated firearm.

Silas Moore

The May 1 incident transpired when an individual, later identified as Silas M. Moore, walked into the M&T Bank branch, brandishing a note demanding money and displaying a handgun. Moore managed to flee the scene with a sum of $1,000. Detectives swiftly sprang into action, pursuing the getaway car, leading to a high-speed chase that unfolded on the streets. The defendant, Silas Moore, and three alleged accomplices were ultimately apprehended. The recovered money and the weapon used in the crime were seized as evidence.

Four Suspects Arrested and Charged in Connection with Bank Robbery

Silas M. Moore's sentencing is scheduled to take place on October 23, 2023, and he is now facing the grim possibility of a lengthy prison sentence, with a maximum term of 40 years behind bars.

This shocking incident is a stark reminder of the importance of law enforcement agencies swift and thorough response to address such heinous crimes and bring the perpetrators to justice.

The legal proceedings have already seen one of Moore's alleged accomplices, Denise Blacknell, receiving a sentence on September 5, 2023. Blacknell was sentenced to 23 years in total, with 8 years of active incarceration, highlighting the seriousness of the charges and the gravity of the situation.

Donise Blacknell

Armed robbery, especially when it involves the use of a firearm, is a crime that is treated with the utmost severity by the legal system. It poses a significant threat to the safety and well-being of the community, and the authorities are committed to ensuring that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.

As the sentencing date approaches, the community will watch closely how the court determines the appropriate punishment for Silas M. Moore. The verdict will not only bring a sense of closure to the victims and their families but also send a powerful message that such criminal behavior will not be tolerated and justice will prevail.