Eight members of the 18th Street Gang, linked to extortion and violence in Queens' illicit sex trade, were arrested in a federal indictment. This gang, comprised largely of illegal migrants, has been involved in various criminal activities such as drug trafficking, strong-arming prostitution, and producing counterfeit identification. Their violent tactics, which include assaults on rivals and innocent individuals, have contributed to a troubling climate along Roosevelt Avenue, highlighting the gang's ruthlessness and its broader implications for community safety.
The indictment details how gang members, including illegal migrants, utilized extreme violence to maintain control over the sex trade and other illicit activities in Queens.
FBI officials emphasized that the 18th Street gang exhibited a chilling disregard for community safety, showcasing their brutality through various violent crimes.
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