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‘Euro 380’ Gang Faces Murder, Racketeering Charges in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY – Four alleged members of the brutal “Euro 380” gang are facing a litany of federal charges, including racketeering, firearm-related murder, and fentanyl distribution, following an 11-count superseding indictment unsealed today in Brooklyn federal court. The defendants – Kashawn Mason, also known as “Jojo” and “Jojo Euro”; Daniel Horton, also known as “DayDay” and “DayDay Tz”; Ryan Nieves, also known as “Rocket” and “TooSturdy”; and Dylan Stanley, also known as “Brady” – are accused of turning Bedford-Stuyvesant housing developments into active war zones.
The indictment details a pattern of relentless violence allegedly committed by the gang to maintain control and intimidate rivals. The charges include multiple armed robberies and assaults “in-aid-of racketeering,” suggesting a systematic campaign of terror. Mason and Stanley are further accused of actively dealing fentanyl, fueling the opioid crisis while simultaneously profiting from violence. The brazenness of their alleged crimes, including a daylight shooting that unleashed 34 rounds, has shaken the community, leaving one dead and others wounded.
“As alleged in the superseding indictment, the defendants carried out a litany of violent crimes, including a senseless murder in furtherance of their gang, putting the Bedford Stuyvesant community at extreme risk of harm and turning housing developments into war zones,” declared United States Attorney Joseph Nocella, Jr. “Today’s superseding indictment speaks loudly about the commitment of our Office to reducing gun violence, making our communities safe for law abiding residents who have been living in fear of violent gangs and bringing gang members to justice.”
Law enforcement officials paint a grim picture of the gang’s operation. FBI Assistant Director in Charge Christopher G. Raia stated the defendants “allegedly participated in a myriad of criminal activity, including a retaliatory murder,” to enhance their gang’s status. NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch was even more direct, stating the defendants “treated our Brooklyn neighborhoods like a warzone.” The operation is part of “Summer Heat,” a nationwide FBI initiative targeting violent crime during the warmer months.
Mason and Stanley were taken into custody today and are expected to be arraigned this afternoon before United States Magistrate Judge James R. Cho. Horton and Nieves are already in federal custody and will be arraigned at a later date. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez emphasized the collaborative effort that brought the indictment, highlighting the strong partnership between his office, the NYPD, and federal agencies. “This was brazen, targeted violence that put entire communities at risk,” Gonzalez stated.
The investigation, which involved the Nassau County Police Department and the New York State Department of Corrections, underscores the cross-jurisdictional nature of gang violence. As Anne T. Donnelly, Nassau County District Attorney, pointed out, “Gun violence and gang-related crime know no borders, which is why strong law enforcement partnerships are crucial in the fight against them.” This indictment sends a clear message: those who prey on communities and profit from violence will be held accountable, regardless of the lines they cross.
Key Facts
- State: New York
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Organized Crime|Violent Crime|Drug Trafficking|Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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