Two members of the GoodFellas street gang, based in Atlanta, have received notable prison sentences for their roles in a drug and illegal arms operation. Corey Boyer, also known as Baby Joker, and Antonio Smith, known by the alias Ace, were convicted on charges related to distributing methamphetamine, and in Smith’s case, unlawful possession of a machine gun among other offenses.
U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg detailed that the pair operated out of a “fortified trap house” to support the gang’s activities, which have been a cause for concern in the metro-Atlanta area. The law enforcement’s crackdown on gang activities has been a priority, with a focus on those “who pose a clear and present danger to our community,” according to an official statement from Hertzberg. Smith’s attempt to escape, utilising a window as an exit route and his subsequent capture with a weapon in his possession, underscored the risk posed by such individuals.
As conveyed by FBI Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown, these sentences are part of a concerted effort by federal and local agencies to dismantle criminal networks that fuel gang violence and trafficking. The collaborative approach, as emphasized by ATF Assistant Special Agent in Charge Beau Kolodka, is key to handling violent gang activity efficiently and ensuring legal repercussions for those involved…