Cleveland, OH – Eighteen individuals connected to the violent street gang “Fully Blooded Felons” (FBF) have been indicted on a range of serious federal charges, including racketeering, murder, kidnapping, assault, firearms violations, and drug trafficking. The indictment, unsealed today in the Northern District of Ohio, marks a significant step in a years-long investigation aimed at dismantling the gang’s operations in Cleveland and surrounding areas.
The indictment follows an extensive investigation that spanned two years, leading to coordinated arrests and the seizure of large quantities of illegal drugs and firearms. Authorities recovered over 400 grams of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, as well as 15 firearms during the operation.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the indictment alleges that the Fully Blooded Felons operated as a criminal enterprise, engaging in acts of violence, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities to control territory and generate profit in Northern Ohio. The gang has been active since at least 2012, primarily based in Cleveland, but also extending to Akron, Youngstown, and Ohio’s prison system.
“These defendants were not just individual criminals—they were members of a dangerous and violent gang that terrorized the streets of Cleveland,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri. “They used violence, drug trafficking, and fear to maintain their grip on power, and today’s actions are part of our ongoing effort to bring these criminals to justice and make our communities safer.”
The Fully Blooded Felons, who have styled themselves after organized crime families, have allegedly been involved in a broad range of criminal activities, including homicides, armed robberies, kidnapping, and the distribution of opioids, particularly fentanyl. The gang has also been known to operate an illegal drug market in the Cedar Central neighborhood of Cleveland.
In one particularly violent incident, the indictment alleges that on September 12, 2023, three gang members — Raven Mullins, Henry Burchett, and James Clemons — participated in the murder of a victim in Cleveland. After the killing, the gang members allegedly set fire to the vehicle used in the crime in an attempt to destroy evidence.
“The Fully Blooded Felons have long been one of the most significant threats to public safety in Cleveland,” said Special Agent in Charge Greg Nelsen of the FBI Cleveland Field Office. “Their reign of terror is over thanks to the coordinated efforts of law enforcement agencies working together to dismantle this dangerous gang.”
The indictment details the inner workings of the Fully Blooded Felons, noting the group’s hierarchical structure, which includes a “Commission” responsible for overseeing gang operations and maintaining discipline. Members of the gang were allegedly required to abide by a strict code of silence, known as “omerta,” and follow a set of rules called the “Fully Five.” These rules, which were allegedly distributed through online and face-to-face communications, demanded loyalty to senior members, obedience to gang orders, and adherence to the organization’s criminal activities.
According to court documents, gang members operated from stash-houses in local apartments where they stored drugs, firearms, and other contraband. During the investigation, law enforcement recovered over 300 grams of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, along with seven firearms from these locations.
The 18 defendants face a range of charges under the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, along with drug distribution, firearms violations, and involvement in violent crimes. Notable charges include:
- Raven Mullins, 35, of Cleveland, faces charges for RICO conspiracy, murder in aid of racketeering, kidnapping, drug trafficking, and firearm possession.
- Henry Burchett, 29, of Cleveland, is charged with RICO conspiracy, murder, kidnapping, and multiple drug and firearms offenses.
- James Clemons, 32, of Cleveland, is charged with RICO conspiracy and murder.
- Elijah Johnson, 37, of Youngstown, faces charges related to drug trafficking and racketeering activities.
- Devonte Johnson, 32, of Euclid, Ohio, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and firearms violations.
Additionally, several women associated with the gang, including Adrionna Null, Myeasha West, and Kyla Sharie Tyler, face charges related to kidnapping and assault in furtherance of the gang’s racketeering activities.
“These individuals are accused of causing significant harm to our community through their involvement in violence, drug trafficking, and organized criminal activity,” said U.S. Attorney Rebecca Lutzko for the Northern District of Ohio. “We will continue to hold accountable those who seek to create fear and instability through their illegal actions.”
The investigation and arrests were the result of collaborative efforts between several law enforcement agencies, including the FBI Cleveland Field Office, the Cleveland Division of Police, the U.S. Marshals Service, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).
“These coordinated efforts reflect the dedication of our law enforcement partners to disrupt and dismantle criminal organizations that pose a threat to our communities,” said Nelsen. “The FBI and our partners will continue to target violent gangs that terrorize our neighborhoods.”
