The United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, along with FBI Assistant Director Christopher G. Raia and NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch, announced charges against three members of the Bronx-based gang "Feva." The individuals, Nasia Carson, Elijah Santiago, and Philip Mosca, face accusations of racketeering conspiracy and multiple violent crimes in aid of racketeering. These charges include the murder of 21-year-old Jesse Bynum on April 12, 2022.
Carson and Mosca were previously detained on related charges, while Santiago was arrested today. All three are scheduled to appear before U.S. Magistrate Judge Valerie Figueredo. The case is under the jurisdiction of U.S. District Judge Victor Marrero.
U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton stated: “As alleged, these three defendants brutally murdered 21-year-old Jesse Bynum and left three others seriously wounded. New York families should not have to live in fear of gang-motivated violence.” He emphasized that law enforcement is committed to holding accountable those responsible for such acts.
FBI Assistant Director Christopher G. Raia remarked: "These three Feva gang members allegedly engaged in violence to retaliate against their rivals... With our law enforcement partners, the FBI remains committed to protecting our city from unnecessary gun violence and murders."
NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch commented: "These three individuals allegedly carried out a cold-blooded shooting that killed a 21-year-old New Yorker... We are committed to identifying and dismantling the street gangs threatening the safety of our communities."
According to the indictment unsealed in Manhattan federal court, from at least 2022 through 2023, Carson, Santiago, and Mosca were involved with Feva in activities including drug trafficking and violent crimes like murder and assault.
On April 12, 2022, they allegedly fired into a crowd as retaliation against a rival gang resulting in Bynum's death and injuries to others.
The case is part of Operation Take Back America which aims to combat illegal immigration and eliminate transnational criminal organizations through coordinated efforts by various justice departments.
Assistant U.S. Attorneys Ni Qian, Marguerite B. Colson, and Brandon D. Harper are leading the prosecution under the Office’s Violent and Organized Crime Unit.
The indictment includes several charges with potential penalties ranging from ten years imprisonment to life sentences or even death penalties depending on convictions.
