An extensive 11-month probe into narcotics trafficking and a spate of street crimes, including multiple homicides, has culminated in law enforcement securing warrants for 13 members of a notorious gang on racketeering charges. The Hartford Police Department revealed the arrests on Wednesday, confirming that five of the 13 suspects have already been apprehended, while the others are in custody awaiting formal charging.
The crackdown stemmed from an investigation launched in May last year by the Major Crimes Division, Vice, Intelligence and Narcotics Division, Capital City Command Center, and the Hartford State’s Attorney’s Office. Collaborating with federal law enforcement agencies and prosecution partners, the authorities embarked on the operation in response to a series of violent incidents and drug-related activities involving a group known as the “Get Money Steppas,” as disclosed by Hartford Lt. Aaron Boisvert in an official statement.
The arrests were made following a comprehensive analysis of the gang’s operations, identifying their members, hierarchy, modus operandi, and ongoing criminal activities. The warrants obtained as a result of the probe charge the 13 individuals with violating the Corrupt Organization and Racketeering Activity Act, underscoring the seriousness of their alleged offences.
The suspects implicated in the investigation include Jeremy White, Guilberto Mendez, Leonardo Laboy, Paul Downer, Juan Perez, Nathan Delgado, Xavier Gomez, Linoshka Barbosa, Pedro Fuentes, Kennethzel Rivera, Jose Perdomo, Isiah Barnett, and Jeremiah Rios. These individuals, aged between 16 and 30, are facing varying bond amounts as they await their court appearances.
The five already in custody were apprehended by the United States Marshals Violent Fugitive Task Force and the Hartford Police Violent Crime Unit, underscoring the collaborative efforts that led to this breakthrough. The authorities have underscored the gravity of the charges against the suspects, highlighting the extensive nature of their alleged criminal activities, ranging from homicides and shootings to retaliatory violence, drug trafficking, auto thefts, and arson.
The crackdown on the “Get Money Steppas” gang marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to combat organised crime and safeguard the community from the pernicious influence of such criminal elements. Stay tuned for further updates as the legal proceedings unfold and justice is served..
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