Eight GoodFellas Gang Members Indicted on Federal Racketeering Charges in Atlanta

Eight alleged members and associates of the GoodFellas street gang have been indicted on federal charges, including Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Aid of Racketeering. The indictment was unsealed on March 13, 2025, following its return by a federal grand jury in the Northern District of Georgia on March 4.

“This indictment reflects the collective determination of our Office and law enforcement partners to confront the deadly cycle of gang violence perpetrated by criminal organizations like GoodFellas whose violence and disregard for public safety threaten the security of our communities,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. “The alleged gang members and associates charged in this case were allegedly involved in three shootings, including one that injured a child. While the offenses occurred several years ago, these charges are intended to demonstrate that our Office, and our federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, never cease to seek justice on behalf of victims and their family members impacted by crimes of violence.”

“These are not victimless crimes. Communities are hurting and will continue to be impacted as long as violent gangs engage in bloody street wars,” said FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown. “The FBI will continue to work with it’s local, state, and federal partners in this fight to identify, disrupt, and dismantle violent criminal organizations.”

“This case shows the importance of law enforcement collaboration successfully targeting violent gang members, said Special Agent in Charge Benjamin Gibbons. This indictment sends a direct message to criminals that ATF and our law enforcement partners will investigate and protect our citizens.”

The defendants named in the indictment are:

Frank Hubbert, 38, of Atlanta, also known as “Capo Frank,” charged with three counts of Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering, three counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Aid of Racketeering, one count of Attempted Carjacking, and three counts of Discharge of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence.
Montavis Jones, 37, of Union City, also known as “Nigel Woods,” “Jitt,” and “Git,” charged with three counts of Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering and three counts of Discharge of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence.
Darian Sheppard, 27, of Atlanta, also known as “Lil D,” charged with four counts of Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering and four counts of Discharge of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence.
De’Andre Jackson, 22, of Atlanta, also known as “Glock,” “Gen,” and “Glizzy,” charged with four counts of Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering and four counts of Discharge of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence.
Ephram Marshall, 24, of Atlanta, also known as “Lil E,” charged with four counts of Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering and four counts of Discharge of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence.
Tahj Rankine, 26, of Atlanta, also known as “Biggz,” charged with one count of Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering and one count of Discharge of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence.
Leonunte Carson, 22, of Atlanta, also known as “Lil Tae,” charged with Attempted Murder in Aid of Racketeering and one count of Discharge of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence.
Ahday Nelson-George, 25, of Atlanta, also known as “Baby K,” charged with three counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Aid of Racketeering and one count of Attempted Carjacking.

According to the indictment, the GoodFellas gang recruits members from Atlanta neighborhoods, jails, and prisons throughout Georgia. The gang allegedly finances its operations through criminal activities including drug trafficking, robbery, carjacking, fraud, and firearms trafficking. The indictment accuses the defendants of using violence, including attempted murder, to protect their territory and enforce their reputation.

Details of Alleged Incidents:

On January 17, 2021, Hubbert and Nelson-George allegedly accosted three individuals filming a music video at an Atlanta apartment complex. They allegedly demanded car keys at gunpoint, leading to an exchange of gunfire.
On February 2, 2021, Sheppard, Jackson, Marshall, Rankine, and Carson allegedly fired dozens of rounds at a gas station, injuring a patron. The group was reportedly targeting members of another gang.
On February 10, 2021, Sheppard, Jackson, and Marshall, allegedly aided by Hubbert and Jones, fired approximately 50 rounds at a woman, severely injuring her and two bystanders, including a child.

Hubbert, who was incarcerated at the time, is accused of ordering and aiding the February 10 shooting.

The case is being investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation with support from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia Department of Corrections, and the Atlanta Police Department.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren E. Renaud and Trial Attorney Sarah J. Rasalam of the Department of Justice’s Violent Crime and Racketeering Section are prosecuting the case. Northern District of Georgia Assistant U.S. Attorney Erin Spritzer and former Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren Macon also contributed to the prosecution.