Members of Brooklyn-Based Insane Crip Gangsters Gang Indicted on Racketeering and Firearm-Related Murder Charges

The Defendants Allegedly Murdered an Innocent 12-Year-Old Boy in a Mistaken Attempt to Kill a Gang Rival 

Earlier today, in federal court in Brooklyn, an indictment was unsealed charging three members and associates of the ICG Babiez, a subgroup of the nationwide Insane Crip Gangsters (ICG) street gang, with racketeering and firearm-related charges for the murder of Kade Lewin, a 12-year-old innocent bystander.  The defendants, Ousmane Diallo, also known as “Ous” and “OP,” Mayel Bussereth, also known as “MB,” and Jonah Luc, also known as “Jojo” and “Twin,” will be arraigned this afternoon before United States Magistrate Judge Marcia M. Henry.

Joseph Nocella, Jr., United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York; Pete Gizas, Acting Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Investigations, New York (HSI New York); and Jessica S. Tisch, Commissioner, New York City Police Department (NYPD), announced the indictment.

“As alleged, the defendants murdered a 12-year-old boy and shot another victim in a drive-by shooting in Brooklyn.  Today’s indictment demonstrates this Office’s commitment to making our communities safer by holding gang members accountable for senseless acts of gun violence that endanger our communities,” stated United States Attorney Nocella.  “I commend our federal prosecutors, the HSI agents, and NYPD detectives who relentlessly pursued justice for this innocent child.”

Mr. Nocella also expressed his appreciation to the Kings County District Attorney’s Office for their assistance in this prosecution and dedication to eradicating gang violence, and the NYPD’s 67th Precinct Detective Squad for their outstanding investigative work on the case.

“As alleged, these defendants committed a chilling and remorseless act of violence, unleashing gunfire in an attempted attack on a rival that instead killed an innocent 12-year-old child and injured another bystander,” stated Acting HSI New York Special Agent in Charge Pete Gizas. “This senseless, callous brutality devastated a family and endangered an entire community. HSI New York is working side by side with our partners to disrupt violent gangs, identify the people responsible for their crimes and protect the neighborhoods they place at risk.”

“These defendants, members of the Insane Crip Gangsters gang, allegedly opened fire on a Brooklyn street and killed a 12-year-old child,” stated NYPD Commissioner Tisch. “This case is yet another example of the NYPD’s tireless work to take down the gangs that are endangering our communities and claiming the lives of innocent children. I thank our NYPD investigators and law enforcement partners for their work to hold these gang members accountable and make our city safer.”  

Kings County District Attorney Eric Gonzalez stated, “Kade Lewin was just 12 years old when his life was tragically cut short by senseless gun violence. Since that terrible night, my office has worked closely with our law enforcement partners to bring those responsible to justice. I commend U.S. Attorney Nocella and his team for bringing these charges, and we will continue working to hold violent offenders accountable and build on the historic progress we’ve made in keeping Brooklyn safe.”

As alleged in the indictment and in court filings, ICG is a nationwide street gang that operates in and around Brooklyn, New York, among other places.  ICG members and associates engage in acts of violence, including murder, attempted murder, and assault, to enhance their reputation in the gang and promote the gang.  The pattern of retaliatory violence has led to gang-related shootings that have plagued the Crown Heights and Flatbush neighborhoods. 

On March 31, 2022, the defendants engaged in a drive-by shooting in an attempt to target a rival gang associate.  The defendants drove from Crown Heights to East Flatbush, Brooklyn, where they circled the block at East 56th Street and Linden Boulevard several times.  They then opened fire on a car parked on the side of the road because they mistakenly believed the rival gang associate was inside.  Instead, the defendants’ gunfire hit Kade Lewin, who was sitting in the parked car. Lewin was shot multiple times and died at the scene.  The defendants’ gunfire also struck and injured a second bystander, who survived her injuries.

The charges in the indictment are allegations, and the defendants are presumed to be innocent unless and until proven guilty. If convicted, the defendants face a maximum of life in prison or death.