Baltimore Police announced charges against several repeat offenders involved in gang-related crimes in the Edmondson Avenue area.
Police said the suspects are members of the EA Bloods, a BGF-related gang.
After a two-month investigation with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, nine people were indicted, eight of whom are currently in custody. Police said they hope to find the ninth victim by Tuesday night.
The Edmondson Avenue area in question has seen 47 aggravated assaults, 30 non-fatal shootings, 19 murders and 44 armed robberies since 2014.
Brandon Pride, the leader of the gang, was indicted on more than 30 charges.
Brandon Pride is leader of this Bloods /BGF crew. Indicted on 30+ charges. 7 others in custody. 1 outstanding. 9 altogether. pic.twitter.com/e9YGd3NVGZ
— Brian Kuebler (@BrianfromABC2) February 7, 2017
Witness Intimidation was main M-O for Pride Crew. @BaltimorePolice say even if suspected you spoke 2 police, they would murder.
— Brian Kuebler (@BrianfromABC2) February 7, 2017
These are the 8 EA Bloods members in custody. Still one outstanding. @BaltimorePolice hope to get him in custody by tonight. pic.twitter.com/BLxzkVVi7B
— Brian Kuebler (@BrianfromABC2) February 7, 2017
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