Eugene 'Big U' Henley Arrested In Rollin' 60s Crips RICO Takedown
The press release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District of California accuses Henley and more than a dozen others of crimes including extortion, murder, robbery, trafficking and exploiting sex workers, fraud, and more. Before turning himself in, Henley spoke to his followers on Instagram discussing the entire ordeal, his property being raided, and accusing Wack 100, and 600 of helping law enforcement in his arrest.
'If you had something against a Black man you should handle it with a Black man in the streets. Wack said 100 times he was gonna take my contracts, he working with the FBI,' Henley exclaimed. 'I ain't been nothing but help to our community. But I guess it is what it is. This is the price being Black and trying to help somebody, trying to help your community and do what you can. You just guilty because somebody else don't like you and they go on the internet and do what the f**k they want to and y'all gon' promote it.'
He ended by exclaiming 'I ain't did nothing.'
In the press release, authorities allege Henley orchestrated the 'Big U Enterprise' from 2010 to present day, operating in a mafia-like fashion. He is accused of using his long-standing association with the Rollin' 60s, where he is allegedly regarded as a leader, and other street gangs to intimidate businesses and individuals in Los Angeles.
Despite affiliations, the U.S. attorney's office describes the 'Big U Enterprise' as a distinct and independent criminal enterprise.
Bricc Baby and Luce Cannon, affiliates of the No Jumper LA podcast, were also arrested. Federal investigators also name Sylvester Robinson, 59, a.k.a. 'Vey,' of Northridge, and Mark Martin, 50, a.k.a. 'Bear Claw,' of the Beverlywood area of Los Angeles among those taken into custody. In total, 10 alleged Rollin' 60s members and associates were arrested and charged with various federal crimes, including drug trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and firearms offenses.
'From day one, the Los Angeles Police Department has been proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with the FBI in this critical investigation,' said Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell.
'The invaluable expertise provided by the Operations South Bureau FBI Task Force on the Rollin' 60's criminal street gang has played a pivotal role in securing these charges. This is a major step forward in our ongoing fight against gang violence, and it brings hope and relief to a community that has endured far too much. Together, we will continue to protect and serve, working tirelessly to ensure the safety of our neighborhoods.'
Henley is also accused of murdering a victim identified in the affidavit as 'R.W.' Identified by the Los Angeles Times as Rayshawn Williams, the aspiring rapper was signed to Henley's Uneek Music label. Williams was killed in January 2021, after recording an alleged diss track that Andrew Roosa, a special agent with the FBI, believes was directed toward Henley. The outlet noted that according to Williams' family, Henley had coached the young rapper in football since he was young.
According to the press statement, Henley and Uneek Music paid for Williams to travel to Las Vegas for a studio session where a dispute over an agreed-upon rate reportedly resulted in the aforementioned song. Henley and Robinson allegedly traveled to Las Vegas to confront Williams, shot him in the head, and left his body in a ditch.
Authorities also claim Henley submitted a fraudulent application for a COVID-19 pandemic relief loan and defrauded donors by using funds meant for community enrichment through non-profits set up for embezzlement. According to the Times, celebrities would have to pay Henley for protection and approval 'or face retaliation from the Big U Enterprise.' If convicted, Henley could spend the rest of his life behind bars.
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