Homeland Security Task Force Operation Results in Charges for 26 Gang Members in Massachusetts with RICO Violations Related to Five Murders, Drug Trafficking, and Firearm Offenses
Release Date: June 9, 2026
Homeland Security Investigations special agents executed eight federal search warrants and arrested 24 alleged violent criminal gang members
WASHINGTON – The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement after an investigation led by the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) indicted more than two dozen gang members in Massachusetts on charges of violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act.
On June 9th, 26 members of the Trinitarios gang were indicted for violations of RICO – conspiracy to commit murder. These charges encompass five murders and 19 attempted murders, trafficking of dozens of kilograms of drugs, extortion, kidnapping, and robbery. This investigation also led to the apprehension of seven illegal aliens who have either been deported or are currently in deportation proceedings.
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents executed eight federal search warrants and arrested 24 alleged violent criminal gang members.
https://www.dhs.gov/news/2026/06/09/homeland-security-task-force-operation-results-charges-26-gang-members
