19 Charged in Sweeping Philadelphia Gang Indictment

Authorities say YBC, CCK, and Parkside Killers responsible for over 3 dozen shootings in 2 years

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Law enforcement officials announced charges against 19 people affiliated with several Philadelphia gangs, including the Young Bag Chasers (YBC), CCK, and Parkside Killers. The indictment alleges the groups were responsible for a series of retaliatory shootings across the city over a two-year period, with some incidents occurring in broad daylight and on the same blocks repeatedly.

Why it matters

The sweeping indictment highlights the ongoing challenge of gang violence and gun crime in Philadelphia, which has seen elevated levels of shootings and homicides in recent years. The charges also demonstrate law enforcement's efforts to disrupt the cycle of retaliation between rival groups through a coordinated investigation.

The details

The indictment includes charges for nearly three dozen shootings, some of which resulted in injuries or fatalities. Prosecutors allege members of YBC, CCK, and the Parkside Killers were involved in the incidents, which often occurred in quick succession in response to previous attacks. The charges cover a range of alleged crimes, from shootings that struck bystanders to targeted killings of rival gang members.

  • The shootings took place between September 2022 and December 2025.
  • The indictment was announced by law enforcement officials on February 26, 2026.

The players

Young Bag Chasers (YBC)

A Philadelphia gang that prosecutors say was involved in the series of retaliatory shootings.

CCK

A rival Philadelphia gang that prosecutors say was involved in the series of retaliatory shootings.

Parkside Killers

A Philadelphia gang that prosecutors say was involved in the series of retaliatory shootings.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The indictment is the result of a more than two-year investigation, and prosecutors say the charges represent a significant step in disrupting the cycle of gang violence in Philadelphia.

The takeaway

The sweeping indictment underscores the persistent challenge of gang-related violence in Philadelphia, which has seen elevated levels of shootings and homicides in recent years. The charges demonstrate law enforcement's efforts to hold those responsible accountable and disrupt the cycle of retaliation between rival groups.