New Jersey Gang Member Sentenced to 12 Years for Racketeering and Drug Charges

By The Garden State Gazette Investigative Team.

New Jersey's war on gang violence has claimed another victory as Kareem Green, a.k.a. "Try Me," was sentenced to 144 months (12 years) in federal prison for his role in a violent racketeering conspiracy and drug trafficking. Green, a high-ranking member of the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips, played a key role in orchestrating shootings and distributing cocaine across the state.

GUNS, DRUGS, AND GANG POWER

Operating between 2015 and 2022, Green was an enforcer for the Crips, a ruthless gang known for its violent turf wars and criminal activities in New Jersey and beyond. According to federal prosecutors, Green wasn't just a participant—he was a trigger-pulling, drug-dealing force of destruction.

Two Brutal Shootings in Six Days

Court records reveal that in April 2021, Green fired bullets at rivals in two separate shootings just days apart—both of which left victims severely injured. These were not random acts of violence. These were calculated hits, designed to enforce gang dominance and silence enemies.

Peddling Poison: Cocaine Distribution

Green wasn’t just pulling the trigger—he was also pushing cocaine. In March 2021, he and another gang member were caught trafficking drugs, a crime that further solidified his standing as a menace to public safety.

THE CRACKDOWN: 12 YEARS BEHIND BARS

Federal authorities weren’t playing games. Green pleaded guilty to racketeering under the RICO Act and drug distribution charges, leading to his 12-year prison sentence handed down by U.S. District Judge Susan D. Wigenton.

While Green’s sentence is a major blow to gang activity in New Jersey, it's just one piece of the puzzle. Law enforcement continues its relentless pursuit of gang members, targeting the networks that fuel violence and drug addiction in communities.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: GANG WARFARE IN NJ

New Jersey is no stranger to gang violence. The Rollin’ 60s Crips have long been a dominant force in urban crime, spreading fear and destruction. With Green now locked away, the question remains: How many more gangsters are still lurking in the shadows, waiting to take his place?

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