Gang Leader ‘Big U’ Charged with Murder and Racketeering Amidst Criminal Enterprise Investigation
Eugene Henley Jr., aka ‘Big U’, is charged with serious crimes including murder, extortion, and human trafficking as a leader of a criminal enterprise.
Overview
Eugene Henley Jr., known as 'Big U', is wanted by federal authorities for orchestrating a criminal enterprise involved in murder, extortion, and human trafficking. He is accused of running a gang operation under the guise of an entertainment entrepreneur. Henley allegedly masterminded the killing of a rapper signed to his label and exploited donations to his anti-gang charity. He faces multiple charges including violations of the RICO Act, and if convicted, could face life in prison. The investigation reveals a network of violence and fraud linked to the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips gang.
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Analysis
- Eugene Henley Jr., known as 'Big U', is allegedly a leader of a criminal enterprise involved in serious offenses such as murder and human trafficking, while also portraying himself as an entertainment entrepreneur and community activist.
- The investigation reveals that Henley's organization operated similarly to a mafia, using violence and intimidation to dominate the Los Angeles area, while disguising under philanthropic pursuits.
- The allegations include embezzlement of funds from a charitable organization he founded, demonstrating a clear conflict between his public image and alleged criminal actions.
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Eugene Henley Jr., known as 'Big U,' is accused of running a 'mafia-like' criminal enterprise linked to the Rollin' 60s Neighborhood Crips. He allegedly engaged in activities such as murder, extortion, human trafficking, and fraud while maintaining a public image as an entertainment entrepreneur and anti-gang activist.
Henley is accused of using his music label, Uneek Music, to orchestrate the murder of a rapper who recorded a defamatory song about him. Additionally, he allegedly used his anti-gang charity, Developing Options, as a front for fraudulent activities and to insulate his criminal operations from suspicion.
Eugene Henley Jr. has turned himself in to authorities. He was previously considered a fugitive but is now in custody.
Henley is charged with violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, which applies to his alleged leadership and involvement in a criminal enterprise that engaged in racketeering activities such as murder, extortion, and fraud.
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