Enock Cole, 25, and Jiovoni Smith, 24, both of St. Croix, were indicted for the 2018 robbery and homicide that occurred at the Castaways Bar and Restaurant in St. Croix, United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced.
According to court documents, Cole and Smith are charged with Hobbs Act Robbery,
discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence, use of a firearm during a crime of violence resulting in death, use of a minor in a crime of violence, and first-degree murder. Their Initial Appearance is set for Feb. 1 before U.S. Magistrate Judge Emile A. Henderson III. If convicted, Cole and Smith face a maximum penalty of death or up to life imprisonment. A federal District Court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.
