Memphis Man Sentenced for Armed Robbery
A 27-year-old man received a nine-year prison sentence following a 2025 robbery at a local restaurant.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Financial Crime
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Alonzo Frazier was sentenced to nine years in prison for an armed robbery that occurred at Tim's Chicken. The 27-year-old entered a guilty plea for the crime earlier this year.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes the legal process for a violent incident that targeted a local business. Following his incarceration, the defendant faces a mandatory term of supervised release.
Alonzo Frazier received a 108-month prison term and will serve three years of supervised release. He previously entered a guilty plea on June 22, 2026.
The players
Alonzo Frazier
He is a 27-year-old individual convicted of armed robbery in Memphis.
The details
Frazier held up Tim's Chicken on South Perkins Road while armed with a handgun, forcing a cashier to surrender the cash drawer. Police apprehended the suspect after a short foot chase near the restaurant, recovering nearly all of the stolen $150.
Timeline
January 9, 2025: The armed robbery took place at Tim's Chicken.
June 22, 2026: The suspect entered a guilty plea in court.
September 22, 2026: The court sentenced Frazier to nine years in prison.
Legal Context
This case follows the established judicial framework under the Tennessee sentencing guidelines for aggravated robbery. Courts in this jurisdiction regularly apply stringent prison terms for cases involving the use of a deadly weapon during a commercial theft.
Local businesses and residents may note this resolution as a standard outcome for reported armed robberies in the area. No additional security advisories or road closures were issued following the conclusion of the case.
The takeaway
This case serves as a reminder of the severe legal consequences associated with the use of firearms in commercial robberies. Prompt reporting and police intervention remain critical factors in the apprehension of suspects in these incidents.
Further reading
Learn more about local judicial proceedings in Memphis Financial Crime.
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