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Latin Kings Enforcer Sentenced to 8 Years for Cocaine Trafficking

A former Enforcer for the New Bedford Chapter of the Massachusetts Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation (Latin Kings), Jeremia Medina, also known as ‘King Sweepy,’ was sentenced to eight years in prison and three years of supervised release for his role in a massive cocaine trafficking operation in New Bedford.

Medina, 33, pleaded guilty on March 10, 2021, to conspiring to distribute, manufacture and possess with intent to distribute cocaine base. As an Enforcer, Medina was a leader of the New Bedford Chapter, responsible for organizing violent acts and administering punishments.

The Latin Kings are a notorious gang with thousands of members across the United States, known for their ruthless tactics and sophisticated communication system. They use drug distribution to generate revenue and engage in violence against witnesses and rival gangs to protect their territory.

Medina’s case is part of a larger investigation into the Latin Kings, which has resulted in the indictment of 62 leaders, members and associates. Medina is the 32nd defendant to be sentenced in the case.

The investigation, which was led by the FBI and the New Bedford Police Department, involved a multi-agency effort to disrupt and dismantle the Latin Kings’ operations. The case is part of an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) operation, which uses a prosecutor-led, intelligence-driven approach to target high-level criminal organizations.

Medina’s sentencing is a significant blow to the Latin Kings, and a testament to the dedication of law enforcement agencies to combating organized crime in Massachusetts.

The case is a reminder of the devastating impact of gang violence and drug trafficking on communities, and the importance of continued efforts to disrupt and dismantle these organizations.