Eight individuals linked to the GoodFellas street gang have been indicted on federal racketeering charges. The indictment includes allegations of attempted murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, as revealed by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia. The federal grand jury returned the 12-count indictment on March 4, 2025, and it was unsealed on March 13.
Acting U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr., stated, "This indictment reflects the collective determination of our Office and law enforcement partners to confront the deadly cycle of gang violence perpetrated by criminal organizations like GoodFellas whose violence and disregard for public safety threaten the security of our communities."
The alleged members charged include Frank Hubbert, Montavis Jones, Darian Sheppard, De’Andre Jackson, Ephram Marshall, Tahj Rankine, Leonunte Carson, and Ahday Nelson-George. They are accused of involvement in multiple violent incidents in Atlanta neighborhoods.
FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown commented on the situation: "These are not victimless crimes. Communities are hurting and will continue to be impacted as long as violent gangs engage in bloody street wars." He emphasized that the FBI is committed to working with local, state, and federal partners to combat such organizations.
Special Agent in Charge Benjamin Gibbons highlighted the importance of collaboration among law enforcement agencies: "This case shows the importance of law enforcement collaboration successfully targeting violent gang members," he said.
The GoodFellas gang is known for recruiting within Atlanta neighborhoods and state prisons. Their activities allegedly include drug trafficking, robbery, carjacking, fraud, and firearms trafficking. Violence is reportedly used to maintain their operations.
Among other accusations detailed in court documents: On January 17, 2021, Hubbert and Nelson-George allegedly demanded vehicle keys at gunpoint from individuals filming a music video at an Atlanta apartment complex; On February 2, 2021, Sheppard and others allegedly fired shots at an Atlanta gas station; And on February 10, 2021, Sheppard and associates allegedly fired approximately 50 rounds at a woman.
Charges against each defendant vary but include attempted murder in aid of racketeering and discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The investigation involved several agencies including the FBI and ATF. Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren E. Renaud along with Trial Attorney Sarah J. Rasalam are leading prosecution efforts.
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