Fifteen Alleged Members and Associates of the Untouchable Gorilla Stone Nation Charged in Bank Fraud Conspiracy

First Assistant United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III and Craig L. Tremaroli, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in partnership with Acting Inspector in Charge of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Boston Division, Justin Page, Harry T. Chavis, Jr., Special Agent in Charge of the Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation, and Brendan Cox, Chief of Police of the Albany Police Department, announced federal charges against fifteen alleged members and associates of the Untouchable Gorilla Stone Nation (“UGSN”). The charges are the result of a multi-agency investigation conducted by federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.

According to court documents, the UGSN operated in Albany and elsewhere since at least September 2024. The complaint alleges that members and others associated with those gang members sought to obtain revenue for the gang through the commission of various crimes, including bank fraud. The criminal complaint further alleges that the defendants conspired together to defraud and attempt to defraud individuals, financial institutions, and the U.S. Treasury out of more than $620,000. The criminal complaint charges the following fifteen defendants with participation in a bank fraud conspiracy. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 30 years’ imprisonment, a fine of up to $1 million, and a term of supervised release of up to 5 years. DefendantAgeDavid ROBINSON a/k/a “RR” a/k/a “Double”37 Wayne SAMUELS a/k/a “Spazz” a/k/a “Doobie”31 Nygel HALL32Markese JONES a/k/a “Milly”36 Justin CLARKE a/k/a “JT”30Amari MCEWAN-WHITE29Christopher MICHEL36Jevon MCKAIN a/k/a “Mojo”26 Jeffrey GHEE a/k/a “Drama”39Tori STATON a/k/a “Tip”37 Derrick BRADFORD a/k/a “DB” a/k/a“Da Bully”29Antoinette GUEITSa/k/a “Baggz”40Arthur LILLY41Michael CARTER a/k/a “Stunna”32Eric STRONG a/k/a “Nuski”24The charge in the complaint is merely an accusation. The defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. First Assistant United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III stated: “When violent gang members turn to bank fraud to finance their criminal enterprise, they should understand that law enforcement will follow the money as relentlessly as we pursue the violence. These charges hold accountable those who allegedly used fraud to fund a broader campaign of criminal activity and help protect both our financial institutions and our communities.”

“As alleged in the criminal complaint, these alleged members and associates of the Untouchable Gorilla Stone Nation (“UGSN”) brazenly stole checks from business and home mailboxes to commit bank fraud and fund their enterprise,” said Craig Tremaroli, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Albany Field Office. “They subscribed to the idea they were as untouchable as their namesake implied. Operation Certified Delivery proved them wrong, illustrating the only thing untouchable here is the strength and reach of the FBI and our partners. We are grateful for the partnerships involved in this intricate investigation and we remain dedicated to working with our partners at every level of law enforcement to stop fraudsters and protect the American people’s hard-earned money.”

Acting Inspector in Charge of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Boston Division, Justin Page stated, “Today’s charges are a reminder that bank fraud is not a victimless crime. These fifteen defendants face significant penalties because of their criminal activity. Let today’s arrests be a reminder to criminals that the U.S. Postal Inspection Service will continue to pursue them in order to preserve the financial integrity of innocent Americans.”

“The charges against the alleged members of the Untouchable Gorilla Stone Nation are the result of relentless teamwork across federal, state, and local agencies. Our partnerships empower us to follow the money, unravel complex financial schemes, and bring criminal organizations to justice. Leveraging our financial expertise, we traced illicit proceeds and exposed fraud that threatened both our communities and the integrity of our financial system. Whether street gangs seek to fund their criminal activity through drugs, stolen treasury checks, or sophisticated bank fraud, this case proves that when we unite our strengths and resources, criminal enterprises will be met with a united front,” stated Harry T. Chavis, Jr., Executive Special Agent in Charge, IRS-CI New York.

Albany Police Department Chief Brendan Cox stated, “The Albany Police Department is proud to work together with our local, state, and federal partners to target organized crime. Criminal offenders must be held accountable for their actions and these individuals will be due to the efforts of this operation. Joint law enforcement collaborations are essential in addressing all types of crime. We are thankful for the working relationships we have with these partners that help keep our communities safe.”

This case is being investigated by FBI Albany Financial Crimes Task Force comprised of members of the FBI, U.S. Postal Inspection Service, IRS-CI, and the Albany Police Department. Assistance was provided by the Albany County District Attorney's Office, Binghamton Police Department, Broome County Investigations Intelligence Unit, Broome County Sheriff's Office, Colonie Police Department, Cohoes Police Department, Capital Region Crime Analysis Center, Drug Enforcement Administration, Financial Crimes Bridge, Manhattan Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor, New York Police Department, New York State Police, New York Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, Orleans County Major Felony Crimes Task Force, Rochester Police Department, Saratoga Springs Police Department, Troy Police Department, U.S. Probation, New York State Intelligence Center (NYSIC), New York City Crime Analysis Center (NYCCAC), and U.S. Social Security Administration - Office of the Inspector General. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Sandra Hebert and Matthew McCrobie are prosecuting the case.

On April 7, 2026, the Department of Justice announced the creation of the National Fraud Enforcement Division (“Fraud Division”). The Fraud Division is laser-focused on investigating and prosecuting those who commit fraud against the American people. The Department’s work to combat fraud supports President Trump’s Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, a whole-of-government effort chaired by Vice President J.D. Vance to eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse within Federal benefit programs.

This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.