Sentencing Set for Sioux Falls Bank Robber; Faces 20 Years

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Sentencing has been set for a Sioux Falls man who pleaded guilty to robbing a bank in town.

The Argus Leader reports 45-year-old Rickey Starks will be sentenced Oct. 5 for the March robbery.

Starks pleaded guilty to bank robbery last week in federal court. He faces up to 20 years in prison.

Authorities say Starks was armed with had an airsoft gun, which shoots nonlethal plastic pellets. Authorities say he stole nearly $9,000.

Investigators released surveillance footage and photos of Starks to the public following the crime. Tips were received from people who recognized his walk, pants and coat.

Starks was found at his home, just a few blocks from the bank. He was arrested following a three-hour standoff with law enforcement.

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