15 Alleged Gang Members Indicted for Violent Crimes in Trenton, NJ

New Jersey Attorney General announces charges against "OutSouf" gang for murders, shootings, and other offenses.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Fifteen alleged members of the "OutSouf" gang based in Trenton, New Jersey have been indicted on a 50-count indictment for racketeering and other violent crimes including murders, attempted murders, assaults, robberies, and carjackings. The gang's alleged leader, Justice Chambers, is charged with one murder, four attempted murders, and being the leader of organized crime.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of gang violence and organized crime in urban communities, and the efforts by law enforcement to dismantle these groups and restore a sense of safety for residents. The alleged crimes by the "OutSouf" gang have had a significant impact on the Trenton area.

The details

According to prosecutors, the "OutSouf" gang was led by Justice Chambers and Jhosse Tolentino, who was killed in April 2023. After Tolentino's death, the gang allegedly committed multiple violent "drills" to avenge him in Trenton as well as nearby townships. Some lower-level members are accused of killing people to gain rank within the gang. The gang also used stolen cars, swapped license plates, and social media to evade police and take credit for the homicides. From April 2023 to June 2025, the gang shared "community guns" that were used in the crimes.

  • In April 2023, gang member Jhosse Tolentino was killed.
  • From April 2023 to June 2025, the gang committed multiple violent incidents known as "drills".
  • The 15 alleged gang members were indicted on March 4, 2026.

The players

Justice Chambers

The 25-year-old alleged leader of the "OutSouf" gang, charged with one murder, four attempted murders, being the leader of organized crime, and other offenses.

Jhosse Tolentino

A former alleged leader of the "OutSouf" gang who was killed in April 2023, prompting the gang to commit violent "drills" to avenge his death.

Jennifer Davenport

The New Jersey Attorney General, who announced the charges against the 15 alleged gang members.

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What they’re saying

“The violence allegedly carried out by this gang strikes at the heart of our communities. Every family deserves to feel safe on their block and in their home. We will continue working with our law enforcement and community partners to dismantle organizations that threaten that sense of security.”

— Jennifer Davenport, New Jersey Attorney General

What’s next

The judge will decide on whether to allow the 13 detained defendants to be released on bail pending their trial.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of addressing gang violence and organized crime in urban communities, and the importance of law enforcement cooperation and community partnerships to dismantle these groups and restore a sense of safety for residents.