Legal Opinion
United States v. Crandell
Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
Decided January 29, 2009No. 07-4004PublishedCited by 24 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
OPINION OF THE COURT
AMBRO, Circuit Judge.
Three police officers were on routine patrol in a Hoboken, New Jersey housing project when they received an anonymous tip that a male with dreadlocks and blonde hair tips was seen carrying a handgun somewhere in the area. The officers immediately believed the description of the suspect matched the defendant, Ronald “Ricky” Crandell, whom they recognized for his distinctive appearance and rap sheet. While searching for Crandell in the neighborhood, the officers spotted him walking toward them. They approached him, which led to a pat-down and the…
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