Over 40 Members of violent Boston gang arrested on racketeering and drug trafficking charges

A federal and local operation led to the arrest of more than 40 members and associates of a Boston gang accused of a range of crimes, including racketeering, drug trafficking, COVID loan fraud, and multiple murders. The crackdown, following a two-year investigation into gang violence in Boston, was announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts.

How operated the Boston gang?

The Heath Street Gang, operating out of the Mildred C. Hailey Apartments in Jamaica Plain, is alleged to have over 150 members and to have been involved in violent acts to protect its power, territory, and reputation. In addition to Racketeer Influence and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) conspiracy crimes, members and associates are implicated in numerous murders, attempted murders, shootings, and assaults on law enforcement officers. The gang is also accused of recruiting juveniles to join and participate in crimes, as well as engaging in drug trafficking and theft. If convicted, suspects face sentences of up to 20 years in prison and fines of up to $250,000 for each count.