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Convicted Racketeer Sentenced to 12 Life Terms in Prison
A former high-ranking member of the ‘Murderous Mad Dawg’ Bloods, Ronald Herron, has been convicted and sentenced to 12 life terms in prison for his crimes in New York.
The Gowanus and Wyckoff Gardens neighborhoods in Brooklyn were terrorized for nearly two decades by Herron, who was a high-ranking member of the notorious gang. He was convicted on 21 counts of racketeering, including multiple murder charges. Herron and his henchmen threatened witnesses and harassed victim families throughout the trial.
Despite these obstructive efforts, the team of Assistant United States Attorneys Shreve Ariail, Samuel Nitze, and Rena Paul obtained convictions on all counts, ridding the district of one of New York’s most dangerous criminals. Herron’s sentence was handed down on October 17, 2014.
The case was a significant victory for law enforcement and the people of Brooklyn, who are safer due to the hard work and dedication of the prosecution team. The conviction and sentencing of Herron serve as a reminder of the importance of holding perpetrators of violence accountable for their actions.
Defendant: Ronald Herron
Criminal Charges: 21 counts of racketeering, including multiple murder charges
City and State: Brooklyn, New York
Exact Date: October 17, 2014
Sentence: 12 life terms in prison
Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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