Kansas City Biker Gang Member Sentenced for Violent Attack

Bryan Fletcher, 49, received 7 years in prison for assaulting a rival motorcyclist with a firearm.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 11:05pm

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An extreme close-up of a single bullet casing, its metallic surface reflecting the harsh light of the camera flash, conceptually representing the violence and criminal nature of outlaw motorcycle gangs.A violent attack by an outlaw motorcycle gang leaves evidence of their dangerous activities.Kansas City Today

A Kansas City man connected to an outlaw motorcycle gang, Bryan Fletcher, has been sentenced to 84 months in federal prison without parole for a violent attack against a rival biker in September 2022. Fletcher pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon in aid of racketeering and using a firearm during a crime of violence.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing problem of violence and criminal activity associated with outlaw motorcycle gangs in the Kansas City area. The Department of Justice has made combating these groups a priority, working with local and federal law enforcement to prosecute members for violent crimes.

The details

Court records state that in September 2022, Fletcher and other members of the Pagan's Motorcycle Club and its support club, Los Valerosos, chased down a rival motorcyclist, forcing him off the road. The gang members were armed with guns and at least one axe handle when they confronted the victim, who was then shot seven times, suffering injuries to his leg, arm, and back.

  • In September 2022, the incident occurred where Fletcher and other gang members attacked the rival motorcyclist.
  • On Monday, Fletcher was sentenced to 84 months in federal prison without parole.

The players

Bryan Fletcher

A 49-year-old Kansas City man connected to an outlaw motorcycle gang who was sentenced to 84 months in federal prison for a violent attack against a rival biker.

Pagan's Motorcycle Club

An outlaw motorcycle gang that was involved in the attack, along with its support club, Los Valerosos.

Los Valerosos

A support club for the Pagan's Motorcycle Club that was involved in the attack against the rival motorcyclist.

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What’s next

The Department of Justice and local law enforcement agencies will continue to monitor and investigate the activities of outlaw motorcycle gangs in the Kansas City region to prevent further violence and criminal behavior.

The takeaway

This sentencing serves as a warning to members of outlaw motorcycle gangs that the authorities are cracking down on their violent and criminal actions. It underscores the importance of community cooperation and a multi-agency approach to addressing the ongoing threat posed by these groups.