On Tuesday, the Fourth Judicial District Court in Sheridan heard the sentencing of Renal Crable, a 20‑year‑old who was convicted of multiple offenses after a traffic stop on March 2, 2026. The stop occurred on Highland Avenue near the intersection of West 5th Street, where a Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper discovered Crable in the backseat of the vehicle.
According to the affidavit of probable cause, Crable was in possession of a firearm and presented a false identification to the officer. He was subsequently arrested on several counts: felony possession of a firearm by a violent felon, misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, and misdemeanor interference with a peace officer.
During the sentencing hearing, District Court Judge Darcy Phillips ordered Crable to serve two to three years in prison for the firearm charge. In addition, the judge imposed 180 days in jail for each of the two misdemeanor offenses. All sentences will run concurrently, meaning the time will be served at the same time rather than consecutively.
Judge Phillips also required Crable to pay $525 in court costs and assessments. The judge credited Crable with 233 days for time already served in pre‑sentence confinement, which will be applied toward his prison term.
The case underscores the enforcement priorities of local law‑enforcement and the courts in Sheridan. Possession of a firearm by a person already classified as a violent felon is a serious violation under Wyoming law, carrying mandatory prison terms. The additional misdemeanor charges reflect the state’s stance on controlled substances and interference with law‑enforcement officers.
Crable’s sentencing follows the standard legal process for such offenses, beginning with the traffic stop, the discovery of illegal items, the filing of charges, and the eventual court appearance. The concurrent nature of the sentences means that Crable’s total time in custody will be determined primarily by the longest term, the two‑to‑three‑year prison sentence for the firearm violation, reduced by the 233‑day credit.
Community Impact
Residents of Sheridan and the surrounding area are reminded that the local courts take violations involving firearms and illegal substances seriously. The sentencing serves as a clear message that unlawful possession of weapons and drugs will result in significant legal consequences.
The court’s decision also highlights the role of the Wyoming Highway Patrol in maintaining public safety through routine traffic enforcement. By identifying illegal activity during a standard traffic stop, the trooper helped prevent potential future crimes that could have arisen from the unlawful possession of a firearm.
As the case concludes, Crable will begin serving his sentence at a state correctional facility, with the court’s cost assessment and time‑served credit applied as ordered.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
