URGENT UPDATE: A federal judge has just sentenced Maurice Herron, 27, to jail after he allegedly concealed a pistol in the back of an Orinda police vehicle, where it remained undetected for over a week. This shocking development was confirmed by U.S. Magistrate Judge Kandis Westmore, who cited serious concerns about Herron’s behavior in her detention order issued last week.
Authorities report that Herron has two pending federal gun cases. In the first case, he was arrested in January 2025 with a firearm. The second incident occurred during an arrest in November 2024, where he is accused of removing a gun from his waistband while handcuffed inside the police car and stashing it on the floor. It wasn’t until eleven days later that another officer discovered the weapon, prompting an investigation that revealed video footage capturing Herron’s actions.
Judge Westmore had previously released Herron, believing he was making strides to lead a law-abiding life. However, the evidence presented by federal prosecutors suggested otherwise, leading to his re-incarceration. “The evidence proffered by the government in this case showed it was not so,” Westmore stated in her order.
In addition to the gun charges, prosecutors allege that Herron acted as the getaway driver in a downtown Oakland armed robbery. During this incident, the intended victim fatally shot one of the alleged robbers, identified as 33-year-old Roosevelt Jones. Another accomplice, Jashawndre Uphsaw, has since been arrested and charged with murder.
This case highlights critical issues surrounding gun safety and criminal accountability in the Bay Area. Community members are urged to stay informed as authorities continue their investigation into Herron’s activities and the broader implications for public safety.
As this story develops, expect more updates on Herron’s case and its impact on the local community. Stay tuned for the latest from law enforcement officials and legal experts as they respond to these alarming incidents.
