ST. CROIX, VI – In a landmark ruling, the United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced that Paul Girard, 36, and three key members of his violent criminal enterprise were handed down ten life sentences each for their involvement in a racketeer influenced and corrupt organization (RICO).
Girard, also known as “Bogus,” was found to be the orchestrator behind a reign of terror that included murders, robberies, assaults, gun violence, and kidnappings. His influence reached even from within prison walls, where he plotted his gang’s next moves.
“A reign of unspeakable terror was unleashed in this Territory by Girard and his enterprise,” Smith said. “But the life sentences issued by the court send a strong message that our system of justice works, and anyone who commits these heinous crimes will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”
According to court documents and evidence produced at trial, Girard directed attacks against rival gang members and individuals who disrespected his organization. Tyler Eugene, 26, also known as “Lucc,” committed acts of violence on behalf of the gang under Girard’s direction, including the murder of Juan Encarnacion, III. Kareem Harry, 36, known as “Crumbull,” participated in multiple murders and arranged a shooting outside Williams’ child’s daycare center.
Below is a list of sentences for each defendant:
Defendant
In-Custody Sentence
Conviction
Paul Girard
RICO Conspiracy; VICAR murder; VICAR kidnapping; VICAR Attempted Murder; Use of Firearm to Cause Death During a Crime of Violence; Hobbs Act Robbery
Tyler Eugene
RICO Conspiracy; VICAR Murder; VICAR Attempted Murder; Use of Firearm to Cause Death During a Crime of Violence
Kareem Harry
RICO Conspiracy, VICAR Murder; VICAR Kidnapping; Use of Firearm to Cause Death During a Crime of Violence
…
Etherneal Simon
RICO Conspiracy and Money Laundering
The case was investigated by the FBI San Juan Field Office’s St. Thomas and St. Croix Resident Agencies and the Virgin Islands Police Department. Prosecuted by Trial Attorneys Christopher Taylor, Marie Zisa, and Assistant United States Attorney Meredith Edwards, this sentence underscores the effectiveness of justice in combating organized crime.
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Key Facts
- State: Virgin Islands
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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