Two members of the Asian Boyz gang have been sentenced in Boston for trafficking methamphetamine disguised as Adderall. Erickson Dao, also known as "Silent," aged 32 from Lowell, received an 85-month prison sentence with four years of supervised release. In January 2025, Dao admitted guilt to charges of conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute significant quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine.
Bill Phim, or "Bonez," aged 37 and also from Lowell, was sentenced to ten years in prison followed by five years of supervised release. Phim pleaded guilty in February 2025 to multiple counts involving the distribution and intent to distribute large amounts of methamphetamine.
The investigation revealed that the gang had access to counterfeit pills marketed as Adderall. These pills were similar in appearance to the genuine medication but contained methamphetamine. On twelve occasions in 2022, Phim sold these counterfeit pills to an undercover agent, totaling over 10,000 pills for more than $36,000.
Dao was identified as a supplier for Phim between February and April 2022. During this period, he delivered counterfeit pills on at least five occasions. Chemical tests confirmed these pills contained methamphetamine and caffeine. A search of Dao's residence uncovered thousands more counterfeit pills and significant quantities of cocaine.
Phim coordinated with other gang members like Brian Gingras, known as "Cheech." Between May and September 2022, Gingras delivered pills prior to transactions with undercover agents. Gingras pleaded guilty in January 2025 and awaits sentencing on June 4, 2025.
U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley announced the sentences alongside Kimberly Milka from the FBI's Boston Division and Superintendent Gregory C. Hudon of the Lowell Police Department. The Massachusetts State Police provided assistance along with police departments from Billerica, Haverhill, North Andover, and Salem.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Fred M. Wyshak III is prosecuting this case under Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program aimed at reducing violent crime through community cooperation and strategic enforcement priorities.
This case is part of an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) operation targeting high-level criminal organizations threatening the United States using a collaborative approach among various agencies.
Charges against remaining defendants are allegations until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt in court.
