11 Drill Rappers Arrested in NYC!! I

n a significant law enforcement operation, the NYPD arrested 11 members of the Eight Tray Moving Crips gang in Queens, charging them with a total of 57 offenses including attempted murder and gun possession. The gang has been notorious for its reckless drive-by shootings and violent turf wars that have endangered community members in Southeast Queens. The investigation, termed Operation Deadliest Catch, involved extensive work by the NYPD’s Gun Violence Suppression Division and took several months to execute. The gang’s leader, a 33-year-old man, has been accused of recruiting and training minors as young as 14 to partake in violent acts. Prosecutors aim to hold those involved accountable, emphasizing the severity of the gang’s activities. Additionally, the influence of drill rap culture on gang violence has been noted as a contributing factor. The police’s targeted approach seeks to remove the most dangerous offenders from the streets while ensuring community safety.