Caught in a Crime Loop: A Quick Look at the Los Angeles Robbery Trio
A man from North Hollywood joined a gang that stole from 12 shops across Los Angeles and Orange counties during a short, frantic period in early 2024. The group included Ronnie Tucker from Long Beach and Abigail Luckey, also from North Hollywood.
- Targets: 7‑Eleven stores, doughnut shops and a smoke shop.
- Spree timeline:
- Early 2024 – series of robberies.
- After the spree, Bland and Luckey drove to Las Vegas, got married legally, then committed another robbery two days later.
- Police were already tracking their car with a GPS tracker.
The last robbery occurred on Valentine’s Day. A worker at a Downey doughnut shop fired his gun in self‑defense. The suspects fled, but Burbank police caught them shortly afterward.
Legal Outcomes
| Defendant | Charges | Verdict | Sentence | Restitution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bland | Robbery that interfered with commerce; brandishing a firearm for violent crime | Guilty | 199 months (over 16 years) in federal prison | $17,829 |
| Tucker | Felony charges | Guilty | Awaiting sentencing | – |
| Luckey | Felony charges | Guilty | Awaiting sentencing | – |
Prosecutors highlighted Bland’s greed and his bragging about the crimes on social media, where he posted a photo labeled #RobberyGang.
Takeaway
This case illustrates how quickly a series of crimes can spiral out of control, leaving victims with losses and perpetrators facing long‑term legal consequences for choosing crime over honest work.
