UPDATE: A federal judge has just jailed 27-year-old Maurice Herron following shocking revelations of his alleged scheme to hide a firearm inside an Orinda police car, where it remained undetected for 11 days. U.S. Magistrate Judge Kandis Westmore made the decision, citing a significant risk posed by Herron, who has multiple pending federal gun charges.
This urgent development comes after Herron previously convinced Judge Westmore to release him from custody, claiming he was on a path to rehabilitation. However, new evidence presented by federal prosecutors indicates otherwise, showing Herron’s involvement in criminal activities, including a recent armed robbery in downtown Oakland.
Documents reveal that during a November 2024 arrest by Orinda police, Herron allegedly removed a handgun from his waistband while handcuffed in the back of a patrol vehicle and concealed it on the floor. It wasn’t until 11 days later that another officer discovered the weapon, prompting a review of surveillance footage which confirmed the alleged concealment.
Judge Westmore, in her detention order issued last week, stated, “The evidence proffered by the government in this case showed it was not so.” This decisive move underscores the serious nature of Herron’s actions and the potential threat he poses.
In addition to the concealed firearm case, Herron is implicated as a getaway driver in a separate incident where a robbery turned deadly, resulting in the death of 33-year-old Roosevelt Jones. Another suspect, 33-year-old Jashawndre Uphsaw, has been arrested and charged with murder related to that robbery.
As the legal proceedings unfold, authorities emphasize the importance of public safety and the consequences of Herron’s alleged actions. The community is left shaken by the brazen nature of these crimes and the implications they carry for neighborhood safety.
What’s Next: Herron is expected to face further legal challenges as his cases progress through the federal court system. This story remains developing, and more updates are anticipated in the coming days. Stay tuned for the latest on this critical situation.
