U.S. Marshals Service rounds up fugitives on Long Island
It was an operation that closed 200 cases and executed 116 arrests, of which 69 involved gang members.
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Leniz Escobar, aka "La Diablita," found guilty of helping MS-13 kill 4 young men
It's said to be one of the most brutal crimes ever on Long Island. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
"La Diablita" guilty on all counts in MS-13 murder trial
CBS2's Jennifer McLogan has been following the case and has the latest from the courthouse in Central Islip.
"La Diablita" found guilty of helping MS-13 kill 4 men on Long Island
Federal prosecutors say Escobar lured five men to their deaths at a park in Central Islip. One managed to get away.
Jury deliberations continue in MS-13 trial
Leniz Escobar is accused of luring a group of young men to a wooded area where they were ambushed and killed.
Closing arguments in trial of accused MS-13 accomplice Leniz Escobar
Prosecutors say Escobar lured the victims to a park to smoke marijuana, but they were ambushed by gang members with machetes instead.
Closing arguments in MS-13 trial
A woman is accused of luring several young men into a park, where they were killed.
Survivor of MS-13 attack comes face to face with "Little Devil"
Defendant Leniz Escobar denied her involvement in the quadruple murder.
Sparks fly during day 2 of MS-13 quadruple murder trial on Long Island
Sparks flew in the courtroom Tuesday as graphic testimony was given on day two of the MS-13 quadruple murder trial on Long Island; CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Suspected MS-13 gang killings trial begins on Long Island
On Monday, the only victim who managed to escape testified about the horror that unfolded that night in 2017.
Murder trial of MS-13's Leniz "Little Devil" Escobar begins
Prosecutors say Leniz Escobar lured five young men into a wooded area, where they were ambushed by MS-13 gang members, nearly five years ago. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Trial for woman accused in MS-13 deaths
The woman is accused of luring four young men to their deaths by the street gang.
4 Reputed MS-13 Gang Members Facing Charges After Police Find Woman's Body In Trunk Of Car In Queens
Police have arrested 22-year-old Allan Lopez, 21-year-old Jose Sarmiento, 20-year-old Rigel Yohairo and 26-year-old Rodolfo Lopez.
Prosecutors Will Seek Death Penalty For Alleged MS-13 Gang Member Jairo Saenz In Murders Of 2 Long Island Teens
Twenty-four-year-old Jairo Saenz is charged with killing Brentwood High School students Kayla Cuevas and Nisa Mickens along with five others.
Human Remains Found On Long Island Believed To Be MS-13 Victim
Investigators believe the victim was murdered by MS-13 gang members sometime in 2016 or 2017.
8 Alleged MS-13 Gang Members Indicted For 6 Murders, Other Crimes On Long Island: 'Victims Were Hacked With Machetes'
Eight men have been indicted for six murders and other crimes on Long Island.
Video Of MS-13 Opponent Evelyn Rodriguez Being Run Over By SUV Played At Murder Trial
A stunned courtroom needed an emotional break and the defendant on trial, Annmarie Drago, appeared unable to watch as graphic heartstopping video was introduced into evidence.
Trial Begins Today For Woman Charged With Killing Evelyn Rodriguez, Mother Of MS-13 Victim
Emotions were raw as defendant Annmarie Drago -- registered nurse, mother and teacher -- faced a jury for day one of her criminally negligent homicide trial.
Police Arrest 17-Year-Old In Killing Of Planned MS-13 Trial Witness In New Cassel
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of man who had reportedly been preparing to testify against alleged MS-13 gang members.
Nassau's Top Cop Says New Law May Have Led To Victim's Deadly Beating At Hands Of MS-13
Officials are concerned the victim of a brutal attack at the hands of suspected MS-13 gang members may have been exposed under a new justice reforms, a point quickly refuted by legal associations.
Catholic Church, School Among Queens Buildings Vandalized With MS-13 Graffiti
Police won't say yet if this is a warning from an actual gang member or just someone causing problems in the neighborhood.
MS-13 Crippled On Long Island, Police Say Gang's Leadership 'Decimated' By Massive Takedown
Authorities announced charges against nearly 100 of the group's members and associates on Long Island.
Fourth Suspect Arrested In Death Of 18-Year-Old Buried In Shallow Grave At Massapequa Preserve
Investigators believe MS-13 gang members killed Brian Lemus, of Uniondale, three years ago.
18-Year-Old Sentenced To 50 Years In Prison For MS-13 Gang Murders
The victims' bodies were found in a wooded area of Central Islip.
Nassau Police Making Strides In Crackdown On MS-13 Gang
Long Island officials announced Tuesday a series of arrests made in connection to at least seven bodies found in shallow graves, believed to be victims of MS-13 gang violence.
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