PHOENIX — A Phoenix resident has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison after a jury convicted the defendant of robbing multiple banks.
Vivian A. Earle, 42, was found guilty earlier this year of five counts of bank robbery and received their sentence in federal court on Dec. 28.
In 2019, the defendant robbed five banks throughout the Valley and collectively stole about $34,000, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office of Arizona.
Earle was caught after a bank customer followed Earle's vehicle out of the parking lot during the last robbery. The customer called 911 and Phoenix police officers were able to track down and detain the suspect.
UP TO SPEED
Watch 12News+ for free
You can now watch 12News content anytime, anywhere thanks to the 12News+ app!
The free 12News+ app from 12News lets users stream live events — including daily newscasts like "Today in AZ" and "12 News" and our daily lifestyle program, "Arizona Midday"—on Roku and Amazon Fire TV.
12News+ showcases live video throughout the day for breaking news, local news, weather and even an occasional moment of Zen showcasing breathtaking sights from across Arizona.
Users can also watch on-demand videos of top stories, local politics, I-Team investigations, Arizona-specific features and vintage videos from the 12News archives.
Roku: Add the channel from the Roku store or by searching for "12 News KPNX."
Amazon Fire TV: Search for "12 News KPNX" to find the free 12News+ app to add to your account, or have the 12News+ app delivered directly to your Amazon Fire TV through Amazon.com or the Amazon app.