The Honorable Roy B. Dalton, Jr. — Case 6:21-cr-00141-RBD-NWH, Document 254

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Document 254, filed May 5, 2026 in Case 6:21-cr-00141-RBD-NWH, is a set of letters to the Honorable Roy B. Dalton, Jr. on behalf of Emmett Bowens, referencing Case Number 6:21-cr-141-RBD-EJK. Mary Ann Arouna, his cousin, writes on April 29, 2026 that she grew up with him in Holly Springs, Mississippi, and that he paid funeral expenses after a family death in April 2017. Evelyn T. Hoey, who identifies herself as his first cousin, writes on April 30 and asks for leniency and release with time served, saying she is aware of the charges and does not say they are not serious. Both letters describe him as kind and supported by his family.

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Case 6:21-cr-00141-RBD-NWH Document 254 _ Filed 05/05/26 Page 1 of 6 PagelD 1010

MARY ANN AROUNA

P.O. Box 145
Germantown, Maryland 20875

April 29, 2026

The Honorable Roy B. Dalton, Jr.
US. Middle District Court

401 West Central Bivd.

Orlando, Florida 32801

Re: Emmett Bowens

Case Number 6:21-cr-141-RBD-EJK

Dear Honorable Judge Dalton,

My name is Mary Ann Arouna. It is with great enthusiasm that I am writing this letter to ask for your
lenience on behalf of my cousin, Mr. Emmett Bowens. Emmett and I grew up in Holly Springs,
Mississippi. Our mothers were sisters (both now deceased).

I have always known Emmett to be a man of great integrity and kindness. He demonstrated his kindness
in April 2017 when my youngest sister passed away unexpectedly and my parents, younger siblings, and
myself were devastated and had no financial means of burying my sister. He immediately stepped in and
paid all funeral expenses and for that we are forever grateful. This kind of act shows how he loves his
family and steps up in times of a crisis. However, that is just one act of kindness mentioned; although,
there have been many more.

Over the years, Emmett has demonstrated strong work ethics by operating his own real estate business,
helping family members in need financially, and participating in activities benefiting the community.
Despite the case that is currently against him, I believe if given a second chance, and with our family
continuous love and support, this will guide him toward a more positive direction,

Again, I respectfully ask for your lenience and grant a release of Emmett.

Thanking you in advance for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Mary Ann Arouna
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Evelyn T. Hoey
P. O. Box 145
Germantown, MD 20875

April 30", 2026

The Honorable Roy B. Dalton, Jr.
U.S. Middle District Court

401 West Central Blvd

Orlando, Florida 32801

Re: Emmett Bowens
Case Number 6:21-cr-141-RBD-EJK

Dear Honorable Judge Dalton,

My name is Evelyn T. Hoey. | am an Accounts Payable Specialist and a Tax Professional specializing
in Individual Income Taxes. | am Emmett’s first cousin. Our mothers are sisters, both of whom are
now deceased.

| am writing to ask for leniency and that Emmett’s released with time served. | am fully aware of the
charges against him and in no way am | saying that the charges against him are not serious. | want
to introduce the real Emmett Bowens. He is a strong, kind- and good-hearted man from very
humble beginnings (a two-parent household where his father was a hardworking man) and a man
that absolutely loves his entire family unconditionally, the community he lives and his friends. He
helps anyone in need without judgement, and he looks for greatness in everyone. He is a dedicated
supporter of community engagement and wants to see everyone living their best lives despite
obstacles and challenges. He encourages greatness through speaking words of motivation and
resilience.

Emmett is very much loved and supported by his family, which is unconditional as well. With the
amount of support he has, | know he will be able to reenter society and live a very productive life
and contribute to his community in healthy and positive ways. When you get to know the person, he

is and becomes a friend of his and he is a friend of yours; you are his friend for life.

Again, on behalf of my cousin, Emmett, | am asking for leniency and for Emmett’s release with time
served.

Thanks in advance for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Case 6:21-cr-00141-RBD-NWH Document 254

Mary Ann Arouna
P. O. Box 145

Germantown, MD 20875

Filed 05/05/26 Page 5of6Pa

CAPITAL DISTRICT 208

993660430182351

FOREVER USA

The Honorable Roy B. Dalton, Jr.
U.S. Middle District Court

401 West Central Blvd.
Orlando, Florida 32801


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