SPOKANE, WA – Two men involved in a violent drug-fueled crime spree that included a targeted attack on Spokane police officers have been sentenced to decades in federal prison.
On Friday, Acting United States Attorney Richard Barker announced that Ray Anthony Wynecoop, 24, received a 30-year sentence, while Isaac Anthony Ott, 23, was sentenced to 25 years. Both men were convicted on federal drug and firearm charges. U.S. District Judge Mary K. Dimke also imposed eight years of supervised release for each.
The convictions stem from two separate but connected incidents in 2021 and 2022. In December 2021, Wynecoop fled police in a white Dodge Charger and later crashed the vehicle. Officers recovered multiple firearms and drugs, including heroin and fentanyl-laced pills, during a search of the car.
Six months later, in June 2022, Wynecoop and Ott—armed with illegal firearms—committed multiple drive-by shootings in Spokane. Authorities say the two deliberately targeted law enforcement during the spree. In one instance, they lay in wait for an officer to pass by, then pursued him and opened fire, seriously injuring the officer with shots to the leg and head. The officer survived.
A search of the vehicle used in the shooting turned up a shotgun, a pistol with a high-capacity drum magazine, spent shell casings, about 10,000 fentanyl pills, and other drug-related materials.
“These sentences send a strong message that violence against law enforcement and endangerment of our communities will be met with unwavering resolve,” said Spokane Police Chief Kevin Hall. He praised the bravery of the officers and the seamless cooperation between local, state, and federal agencies.
The men had already been convicted in state court in April 2024, where Wynecoop received over 65 years and Ott 40 years in prison. The federal case was pursued in addition to the state convictions.
“This case highlights the importance of collaboration across agencies when confronting the most dangerous threats to public safety,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Barker. “We all are indebted to the officers who risked their lives to ensure accountability for these terrible crimes.”
The investigation involved the Drug Enforcement Administration, Spokane Police Department, Spokane County Sheriff’s Office, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The federal prosecution was handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephanie Van Marter in coordination with Chief Criminal Deputy Preston McCollam from the Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office.
