MS-13 Gang Members Sentenced in Nashville Crimes

Eighteen MS-13 gang members in Nashville, Tennessee, have been sentenced to a combined total of over 425 years for crimes including murder, racketeering, drug trafficking, and more. The individuals were convicted of being involved in the murders of at least 10 people and attempted murders of seven others, with sentences ranging from one year to life plus additional years. Operating as part of the Thompson Place Locos Salvatrucha arm, the gang engaged in violent crimes to maintain power and territory, including shootings and carjackings. The multi-year investigation involved various agencies and highlighted the persistent threat posed by MS-13, an international gang primarily composed of individuals from El Salvador and Central America.