BOSTON – The streets of Lynn are a little less dangerous today, but the rot runs deep. Aaron Diaz Liranzo, a/k/a “Sosa,” 26, the former leader of the Lynn Chapter of the Trinitarios, was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison today, followed by three years of supervised release. The sentence comes after Liranzo pleaded guilty in March 2025 to conspiracy to conduct enterprise affairs through a pattern of racketeering activity – a RICO conspiracy – and closes a chapter in a wave of violence that plagued the city.
Liranzo was arrested and charged in February 2025 while at the helm of the Lynn Trinitarios, a notoriously violent criminal enterprise boasting thousands of members nationwide. This isn’t some street corner crew; the Trinitarios operate with a rigid internal hierarchy, a twisted “Magna Carta” guiding their actions, and a relentless focus on secrecy. They aren’t just criminals; they’re an organized, calculating force.
The case against Liranzo was part of a larger, multi-jurisdictional takedown announced in February 2025, indicting 22 Trinitarios leaders and members. The investigation stemmed from a string of brutal incidents in Lynn during 2023 – four murders, multiple attempted murders, and a series of shootings. This wasn’t random violence; it was a calculated campaign of terror orchestrated by the Trinitarios to maintain control.
From at least 2021 through 2025, Liranzo held the position of Primera, or Number One, for the Lynn Chapter. But the RICO charge wasn’t based solely on his leadership role. Liranzo admitted his direct involvement in a chilling March 2019 shooting. He and others lured rival gang members to a Lynn nightclub under false pretenses – one member posing as a woman needing a ride. Armed and knowing the victims’ vehicle, Liranzo opened fire, unleashing at least six rounds into the car. Two of the three occupants suffered life-threatening injuries, surviving only by sheer luck.
“This sentence sends a clear message,” stated United States Attorney Leah B. Foley, alongside officials from Homeland Security Investigations, the FBI, and local law enforcement agencies. Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker and Lynn Police Chief Christopher P. Reddy were also present, emphasizing the collaborative effort to dismantle the Trinitarios’ grip on the city. The investigation also received assistance from authorities in New Hampshire and multiple Massachusetts police departments.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Philip A. Mallard, of the Organized Crime & Gang Unit, is leading the prosecution. While Liranzo is behind bars, it’s crucial to remember that the remaining defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. But this conviction is a significant blow to the Trinitarios, a grim reminder that even the most entrenched criminal enterprises can be brought to justice. The streets of Lynn may be quieter now, but the Grimy Times will continue to track the fallout and ensure the truth doesn’t stay buried.
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Key Facts
- State: Massachusetts
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Organized Crime|Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: Official Source ↗
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