Manhattan DA and NYPD Announce Gang Takedown, Dismantling of Violent Gang War
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the NYPD announced Thursday a gang takedown they say is responsible for half of all shootings in Inwood and Washington Heights.
Massive Manhattan Takedown Results in Two Dozen Arrests
Two dozen individuals were busted in a massive Manhattan takedown that may have stopped a bloody six-year gang war, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the NYPD announced Thursday. Police believe the suspects involved in the takedown are responsible for half of the shootings that have taken place during the six-year period in Inwood and Washington Heights, within the 33rd and 34th Precincts’ confines.
Standing at a Podium Surrounded by Confiscated Firearms
Standing at a podium surrounded by 30 confiscated firearms — including ghost guns — Bragg said much of the violence was tied to a years-long gang war that practically left bullets raining down over the upper portion of the island.
Gang War Escalated Six Years Ago
According to Bragg, 18 members of the “200/8 Block,” eight members of the “6 Block” crew, and four members of the “Own Every Dollar” (O.E.D.) were indicted on Nov. 14. In addition to the litany of shootings, prosecutors said many of the individuals cuffed were also responsible for trafficking guns into the Big Apple with the sole purpose of arming themselves against their rivals.
Violent Gang War Left Seven People Killed and Four Innocent Bystanders
Both NYPD officials and Bragg say the gang war escalated some six years ago in 2018, after a 6 Block member allegedly murdered a rival 200 member. Since then, the groups are allegedly responsible for no less than 18 shootings, during which seven people were killed, including four innocent bystanders.
Takedown to Have Profound Impact on Violent Crime in the Borough
Taking the gangbangers off the streets, police officials said on Nov. 14, will have a profound impact on violent crime in the borough.
Text Messages Obtained from the Alleged Gangs Revealed Orders to Kill Rivals
The Manhattan DA’s office showed text messages obtained from the alleged gangs that ordered crew members to kill their rivals.
Conclusion
Police and Bragg say they hope these arrests will bring both the bloodshed and the gang war to an abrupt end. The two dozen defendants are facing charges ranging from second-degree murder to fourth-degree conspiracy. The takedown is expected to have a profound impact on violent crime in the borough, and authorities say they will continue to work to address the scourge of gun violence.
FAQs
Q: How many people were arrested in the takedown?
A: Two dozen individuals were arrested.
Q: What crimes are the defendants facing charges for?
A: The defendants are facing charges ranging from second-degree murder to fourth-degree conspiracy.
Q: What is the impact of this takedown expected to be on violent crime in the borough?
A: The takedown is expected to have a profound impact on violent crime in the borough, and authorities say they will continue to work to address the scourge of gun violence.
Q: What happened to the guns seized in the takedown?
A: The seized guns, including ghost guns, were confiscated and are being held as evidence.
