Four men from Brockton face federal charges following their purported involvement in a violent exchange of gunfire that resulted in a woman being shot in the chest. The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced the indictment, which includes Natalio Miranda, 33, charged with illegal machine gun possession and being a felon in possession of ammunition; Jonathan Alves, 28; Romeo Miller, 26; and Jahleil Monteiro, 25, all charged with being felons in possession of ammunition. Additionally, Monteiro is facing a charge of being an accessory after the fact.
According to a report provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the four accused were allegedly connected to a shootout at a house party in Brockton, which unfolded in the early hours of June 2, 2024. Miranda, who was previously convicted in February 2023 on federal fentanyl distribution conspiracy charges, is accused of having used an automatic weapon during the incident. Alves and Monteiro were taken into custody this morning and are expected to quickly make their initial court appearances.
The grand jury’s findings narrate a chaotic scene captured by surveillance footage, showcasing Miranda, Miller, and Alves opening fire in the direction of the victim, who was located outside the home where the party was taking place. Miller, who evades capture, is specifically accused of injuring the woman. The victim, who survived the incident, was rushed to a hospital nearby…