Two men from Connecticut have admitted to their roles in a notorious street gang known as the 960 gang. This admission came as a result of investigations led by federal authorities.
Dayquain Sinisterra, 26, and Ahmed Alves, 26, both hailing from Waterbury, entered their guilty pleas in a federal court in Bridgeport. Their charges are linked to their involvement with the Waterbury street gang.
The FBI, ATF, and Waterbury police have been closely monitoring several groups based in Waterbury. Among these groups is the 960 gang. In 2021, a federal grand jury in Hartford issued a 36-count indictment. This indictment included charges against Sinisterra, Alves, and 14 other people believed to be part of the 960 gang. The charges ranged from racketeering and narcotics trafficking to murder and attempted murder.
Sinisterra’s guilty plea included one count of racketeering conspiracy and several counts related to attempted murder and assault. He also admitted to carrying and using firearms during these violent crimes.
He confessed that the 960 gang was involved in violent acts aimed at rival gang members. These acts included drive-by shootings and attempts to murder rivals. Notably, these violent acts led to the death of an innocent bystander, Fransua Guzman, and left another victim paralyzed.
Sinisterra is set to receive his sentence on June 17, 2024. According to a plea agreement, he could face 35 years in prison if the judge agrees to the terms.
Alves, on the other hand, pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges and being an accessory after a fact. He acknowledged his role in drug trafficking for the gang and assisting gang members after a shooting incident in 2018.
He is awaiting his sentencing on June 13, where he could also face up to 35 years in prison. Currently, Alves is out on a $100,000 bond.
The investigation into the 960 gang was a collaborative effort involving several law enforcement agencies. This case is part of broader initiatives aimed at tackling gang violence and drug trafficking.