Maine Courtroom Sentences Massachusetts Man After Gang-related Drive-by Shooting

A Massachusetts man was sentenced this week in a Portland, Maine, courtroom for a drive-by shooting and subsequent police chase that involved hitting a school bus.

3 Massachusetts Men Pleaded Guilty for a Drive-by Shooting in Maine

Jason Johnson-Rivera, 20, is sentenced to 10 years in prison, to be followed by four years of supervised release. Johnson-Rivera pleaded guilty in January.

The U.S. Attorney, District of Maine, reports that two co-defendants also pleaded guilty in this case:

  • Joshua Estrada (aka ‘Mac’), 20
  • Yancarlos Abrante (aka ‘Glizzy’), 22

They are awaiting sentencing, which is expected later this year.

Maine Drive-by Shooting in Saco Was a Dispute Between Rival Massachusetts Gangs

The men were arrested after a scary incident in Saco, Maine, on February 9, 2024.

Police were called when gunshots were allegedly exchanged between a red Dodge Charger and a gray Honda HRV near the intersection of North and Temple Streets…

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