Gang member guilty of two murders, multiple other charges

Dalvon Curry
Photo credit U.S. Attorney's Office

BUFFALO, N.Y. - Saying, “Today’s verdict brings to an end the reign of terror", U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced today that, following a six-week trial, a federal jury has convicted CBL/BFL Gang member Dalvon Curry, 23, of Buffalo, NY, of murder in aid of racketeering; racketeering and narcotics conspiracy; possession of firearms in furtherance of a crime of violence; and possession of firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. The charges carry a mandatory penalty of life in prison, and a $10,000,000 fine.  

“For the FBI, community impact is our measure of success -- we need to improve the quality of life for the people who live and work in Buffalo,” said FBI Buffalo Special Agent-in-Charge Gary Loeffert. “We will continue to pursue violent gangs through sustained, proactive investigations and federal prosecutions. And we will continue to stay involved with our community partners in an effort to prevent violent crimes before they happen.”

The gang, which was involved in the illegal possession and distribution of narcotics, was formed around 2009 and operates primarily in the City of Buffalo at the Towne Gardens Housing Complex. The Towne Gardens served as a central hub for the gang with many members living within the housing complex, and many housing units used to store firearms and narcotics. Parking lots and business fronts adjacent to the Towne Gardens were utilized by members of the gang to distribute street level quantities of narcotics, including heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, crack cocaine, marijuana, and other controlled substances.

The gang used violence, including murder and attempted murder, threats, and intimidation to defend their territory against rivals and anyone deemed to be a threat to the gang. An attack on a member typically resulted in retaliation by all members of the gang. Members and associates also used social media, such as Facebook and Snapchat, to display gang affiliation, brandish firearms, display quantities of currency and narcotics, and show participation in violent acts. They also produced, sang, and appeared in music videos at locations in and around the gang's territory that promoted the enterprise and its activities.

In order to enforce the authority, members and associates maintained a ready supply of firearms. Certain members and associates carried and discharged firearms. These “enforcers” or “shooters,” retaliated with deadly force against threats of encroachment and violence, both actual and perceived, from rival gangs or individuals. CBL/BFL gang members also threatened witnesses who they suspected might testify or provide information to law enforcement about the crimes committed by the gang.

US Attorney JP Kennedy announces the guilty verdict of Dalvon Curry of the CBL-BFL Gang. Kennedy said his office is 13/13 in gang convictions. Curry was among the gang members involved in murders, threatened witnesses, and peddled drugs. pic.twitter.com/VZOZELvYWq

— WBEN NewsRadio 930AM (@NewsRadio930) February 24, 2020

Twelve other CBL/BFL Gang members and associates were previously convicted in this case, they include:

  • Shawn Woods, a/k/a Pif;
  • Michael Walker, a/k/a Yam;
  • Mikel Lowe, a/k/a L-O;
  • Aaron Mack, a/k/a Dean, a/k/a Deano;
  • Shameris Washington, a/k/a GB;
  • Maurice Rice, a/k/a Reese;
  • Miquise Jones, a/k/a Scaife;
  • Dajon Nettles, a/k/a Gucc;
  • Larell Watkins, a/k/a 90-Ls;
  • Larry Watkins, Jr.;
  • Larquon Watkins, a/k/a 90; and
  • Rashad Rose, a/k/a Gotti.