Related Federal Cases
- Akira Salinas-Ruiz, Murder of 18-Month-Old, Wisconsin 2006 · Wisconsin
- James E. Poole, Drug Trafficking, Wisconsin 2024 · Wisconsin
- Boatner, Narcotic Distribution, Wisconsin 2023 · Wisconsin
- Cornelius M. Jackson, Sex Trafficking by Force, Wisconsin 2024 · Wisconsin
- Paul Carter, Sex Trafficking, Wisconsin 2007 · Wisconsin
Ronnell Bowman, Wild 100s Gang Member, Convicted of Murder for Hire
Milwaukee, WI – In a shocking turn of events, Ronnell Bowman, a member of the notorious Wild 100s gang, has been convicted of murder for hire resulting in death, conspiracy, and firearm charges. Bowman, 36, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Houston, Texas, was found guilty alongside his accomplice, Lawrence Turner, 35, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The crime, which took place between March 15, 2021, and April 5, 2021, involved the murder of N.B., a victim who suffered more than two dozen gunshot wounds. The evidence presented in court showed that Bowman and Turner targeted N.B. due to his believed association with a rival gang.
According to the indictment, Bowman and Turner arranged the murder of N.B. in exchange for a payment of $10,000. The two gang members were convicted of murder for hire resulting in death, conspiracy to commit murder for hire resulting in death, and discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence.
Bowman also faced additional charges, including conspiracy to commit violations of federal firearms laws, attempted witness tampering, and conspiracy to obstruct justice. Turner and Bowman were also convicted of using, carrying, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence, which carries a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years and a maximum penalty of up to life in prison.
Before trial, both Bowman and Turner pleaded guilty to participating in a mail fraud conspiracy to defraud the Department of Labor through the submission of false and fraudulent applications for benefits under programs such as the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Program and other unemployment insurance programs. The two gang members and their co-conspirators wrongfully obtained millions of federal dollars, which they used to purchase firearms, controlled substances, jewelry, and vacations, as well as to solicit murder for hire.
“Our community will now be free from the terror inflicted by these violent gang members, and N.B.’s loved ones will finally get the justice for which they have been waiting for years,” said United States Attorney Brad D. Schimel. “The senseless violence perpetrated by this gang was financed in large part by truly shocking fraud in which these defendants and their fellow gang members stole millions of dollars from a COVID-era benefits program.
The convictions in this case were made possible by the strong collaboration between federal, state, and local law enforcement partners. Ronnell Bowman and Lawrence Turner face mandatory life imprisonment. We will continue to work tirelessly to dismantle violent criminal gangs and bring justice to the victims and their families.
Ronnell Bowman and Lawrence Turner are facing a mandatory life imprisonment sentence for their crimes. The case is a stark reminder of the devastating impact of gang violence and the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies to combat these crimes.
Key Facts
- State: Wisconsin
- Category: Violent Crime|Organized Crime|Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
ðŸâ€Â’ Get the grimiest stories delivered weekly. Subscribe free →
MORE FEDERAL CRIME NEWS
US NewsUS NewsUS NewsUS News