Federal Indictment Targets North Philly Gang 'Omerta' for Violent Crimes and Fraud
Eight members face charges including murder, counterfeiting, and pandemic relief fraud in a sweeping racketeering case.
- The gang, based in Strawberry Mansion, is linked to multiple shootings and murders, including a botched murder-for-hire plot.
- Members allegedly committed over $1.5 million in counterfeiting and $443,000 in fraudulent pandemic unemployment claims.
- The indictment details the gang's use of social media to recruit members and orchestrate crimes while promoting their image.
- Key figures include Jahlil Williams and Rakiem Savage, who continued operations even while incarcerated.
- Authorities collaborated across multiple agencies, including the FBI and ATF, to bring the charges.