Three men have been found guilty of a string of robberies in Manhattan in 2022 that resulted in two drug-related deaths. Robert DeMaio, Jacob Barroso, and Jayqwan Hamilton targeted members of the LGBTQ+ community, utilizing a fentanyl cocktail to incapacitate victims before stealing their valuables. The tragic deaths of Julio Ramirez and John Umberger, both linked to the suspects' activities, sparked community outrage and a demand for justice. The jury deliberated for just over a day before reaching a guilty verdict on multiple charges, marking a significant moment in addressing violent crimes against vulnerable populations.
The medical examiner's office deemed both cases as homicides, revealing the sinister trend of drug-related violence affecting the LGBTQ+ community and prompting public outrage.
The trio, Robert DeMaio, Jacob Barroso, and Jayqwan Hamilton, were found guilty of drugging and robbing victims, with their scheme turning deadly for two men.
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