Biker Gang Casino Fight
The River Run riot was a violent confrontation between the Hells Angels and the Mongols motorcycle clubs that occurred on April 27, 2002, in Laughlin, Nevada during the Laughlin River Run. The conflict began when members of the Hells Angels went to Harrah's Laughlin to confront members of the Mongols who had allegedly harassed vendors that sold. Apr 28, 2002 An escalating turf battle between rival motorcycle gangs erupted into a shootout at a casino Saturday morning, killing three people, sending panic-stricken gamblers diving for cover and shutting.
LAS VEGAS - Authorities and unsealed documents confirmed yesterday that dozens of Hells Angels motorcycle gang members have been indicted on racketeering and other federal charges stemming from a. Outlaw motorcycle gangs have been a thorn in the side of US law enforcement since the 1960s. Today, these dangerous organizations are engaged in criminal activities on both coasts and throughout.
Detroit Casino Fight
| River Run riot | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Belligerents | ||||
| Hells Angels | Mongols | |||
| Commanders and leaders | ||||
| Ruben 'Doc' Cavazos | ||||
| Casualties and losses | ||||
| 2 killed Many injured 7 imprisoned | 1 killed Many injured 6 imprisoned | |||
Biker Gang Casino Fights
The River Run riot was a violent confrontation between the Hells Angels and the Mongols motorcycle clubs that occurred on April 27, 2002, in Laughlin, Nevada during the Laughlin River Run. The conflict began when members of the Hells Angels went to Harrah's Laughlin to confront members of the Mongols who had allegedly harassed vendors that sold Hells Angels related merchandise. Mongol Anthony Barrera, 43, was stabbed to death, and two Hells Angels, Jeramie Bell, 27, and Robert Tumelty, 50, were shot to death.[1]
This was the first time that there were multiple murders in a Nevada casino.[2]
Casino Brawl
Six Hells Angels and six Mongols were imprisoned as a result of the event, and 36 other people had their charges dismissed.[3] Frederick Donahue, one of the Hells Angels indicted after the incident, evaded capture for six years before surrendering in July 2008.[3]
References[edit]
- ^Vogel, Ed. 'Laughlin riot: Court hears biker case'. Las Vegas Review-Journal.
- ^Oliver, Ryan (2002-04-28). 'Incident Nevada's first multiple slaying in casino'. Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2007-05-03.
- ^ abPacker, Adrienne (2008-07-19). 'LAUGHLIN RIVER RUN MELEE: Fugitive biker surrenders'. Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2008-07-30.
Biker Gang Casino Fighting
| River Run riot | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ||||
| Belligerents | ||||
| Hells Angels | Mongols | |||
| Commanders and leaders | ||||
| Ruben 'Doc' Cavazos | ||||
| Casualties and losses | ||||
| 2 killed Many injured 7 imprisoned | 1 killed Many injured 6 imprisoned | |||
The River Run riot was a violent confrontation between the Hells Angels and the Mongols motorcycle clubs that occurred on April 27, 2002, in Laughlin, Nevada during the Laughlin River Run. The conflict began when members of the Hells Angels went to Harrah's Laughlin to confront members of the Mongols who had allegedly harassed vendors that sold Hells Angels related merchandise. Mongol Anthony Barrera, 43, was stabbed to death, and two Hells Angels, Jeramie Bell, 27, and Robert Tumelty, 50, were shot to death.[1]
This was the first time that there were multiple murders in a Nevada casino.[2]
Six Hells Angels and six Mongols were imprisoned as a result of the event, and 36 other people had their charges dismissed.[3] Frederick Donahue, one of the Hells Angels indicted after the incident, evaded capture for six years before surrendering in July 2008.[3]
References[edit]
- ^Vogel, Ed. 'Laughlin riot: Court hears biker case'. Las Vegas Review-Journal.
- ^Oliver, Ryan (2002-04-28). 'Incident Nevada's first multiple slaying in casino'. Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2007-05-03.
- ^ abPacker, Adrienne (2008-07-19). 'LAUGHLIN RIVER RUN MELEE: Fugitive biker surrenders'. Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2008-07-30.