Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Three members of a gang from the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood known as the “Big Naddy Gang” have been handed decades-long prison sentences for their involvement in the deaths of three individuals in September 2021, announced officials on Monday.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner revealed that Dontae Sutton, Jamir Brunson-Gans, and Elijah Soto were convicted and sentenced for the murders of three people and their roles in non-fatal shootings that took place in September last year. The trio pleaded guilty to murder, aggravated assault, and other charges in February.
“These individuals are being held accountable for the senseless killing of an innocent woman and mother of two, as well as for instilling fear in the community by disregarding public safety,” stated Krasner.
The convictions were related to the death of Chaundrah Jones, a mother of two, who was fatally shot on September 29, 2021, after the defendants followed her vehicle following a birthday party. Jones was shot 49 times near the intersection of 33rd and Diamond Streets, resulting in her death and injuries to two other women in the car.
It was later discovered by investigators that Sutton, Brunson-Gans, and Soto were hired by Jahlil Williams, believed to be the leader of another street group called Omerta, to carry out the attack for $10,000. Williams now faces federal charges including RICO, homicide, and other related offenses.
Aside from Jones’ murder, the trio was also involved in the killing of Jordan Murray on September 6, 2021, and Jerrick Jenkins on September 18, 2021. Murray was shot nine times following a dispute that originated from an argument on Instagram, while Jenkins was killed on the 2900 block of West York Street.
Sutton received a sentence of 40 to 80 years in prison, Brunson-Gans 35 to 70 years, and Soto 30 to 60 years for their respective roles in the crimes committed. The incidents highlighted a pattern of violence orchestrated by gang members, leading to tragic consequences for multiple victims in Philadelphia.