The gang primarily recruits among Dominican immigrant communities, targeting young people in local high schools and initiating them through violent acts.

On February 19, 2025, federal authorities charged 22 alleged members of the Trinitarios gang in connection with six murders and 11 attempted murders in Lynn and Lawrence, Massachusetts.

The Trinitarios gang, founded in 1992 by Dominican immigrants on Rikers Island, has evolved into a highly organized crime group involved in extensive criminal activities.

Over the past decade, the gang is believed to have committed at least 10 homicides along with numerous violent crimes, including shootings and kidnappings.

Ery Jordani Rosario, the alleged second-in-command, is also facing federal charges related to racketeering.

The charges against the gang members include serious offenses under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, with potential sentences of up to life in prison.

Members of the Trinitarios project their power through social media, creating music and videos that glorify their violent actions and criminal behavior.

Enmanuel Paula-Cabral, identified as the leader of the Massachusetts Trinitarios, has been arrested on RICO conspiracy charges, along with several other key figures.

The investigation into the gang was prompted by a series of violent incidents, including four murders in Lynn in 2023, which led authorities to focus on the Trinitarios.

The ongoing investigation aims to completely eradicate the Trinitarios gang's presence in Massachusetts, with updates expected as the situation develops.

Key law enforcement partners, including the FBI and Homeland Security Investigations, collaborated on this investigation, underscoring a commitment to dismantling violent gang organizations.

Authorities have emphasized their commitment to combating gang violence and ensuring justice for victims and their families.