Federal Judge Sentenced 100k Gang Member to Prison
Jazmeir Reyes received over 10 years for racketeering and robbing a postal worker in Paterson.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Law Enforcement
A federal judge sentenced Jazmeir Reyes to 10 years and four months in prison for his role in the 100k drug gang. Reyes pleaded guilty to charges including racketeering and the robbery of a postal worker.
Why it matters
The sentencing marks the fifth conviction of a 100k member as federal authorities dismantle the group that operated near North Main and Jefferson streets. Three other members remain under indictment for their alleged involvement in a fatal 2023 shooting.
Jazmeir Reyes is the fifth 100k member sentenced in federal court, while Christopher Thomas, Jasun Allah, and Michael Davis remain under indictment. The remaining defendants have a statutory right to begin trial within 70 days.
The players
Jazmeir Reyes
He is a convicted member of the 100k drug gang who pleaded guilty to postal worker robbery and racketeering.
Mary Taylor
She was a 22-year-old victim killed during a 2023 shooting linked to gang retaliation.
Christopher Thomas
He is one of three remaining 100k gang members currently under indictment awaiting trial.
Jasun Allah
He is an indicted member of the 100k gang facing charges related to the organization's criminal activities.
Michael Davis
He is a co-defendant in the 100k gang federal case currently awaiting legal proceedings.
The details
Reyes was convicted after attempting to rob a postal worker of a master key while using a bicycle for his escape. Authorities linked the broader 100k gang to a 2023 shooting that killed 22-year-old Mary Taylor near Van Houten Street as retaliation for a high-ranking leader's death.
Timeline
Mary Taylor was fatally shot near Van Houten Street on Oct. 1, 2023.
Jazmeir Reyes attempted to rob a postal worker during 2023.
The federal indictment of 100k gang members was issued in February 2025.
Jazmeir Reyes was sentenced to prison on Oct. 6, 2026.
A judge issued an order regarding evidence and plea discussions on Oct. 7, 2026.
Legal Context
This sentencing occurs against a backdrop of significant local progress, as Paterson recorded a 31% decline in murders and a 40% drop in robberies during 2026. These figures suggest a downward trend in violent crime as federal authorities continue to prosecute organized gang activity.
The prosecution of the 100k gang has contributed to the broader decline in local violent crime, including a 55% reduction in shooting incidents throughout 2026. Residents should continue to monitor local safety reports as the remaining legal proceedings against the gang members unfold.
The takeaway
The successful prosecution of 100k gang members reflects a significant federal effort to stabilize neighborhoods once plagued by organized crime. Residents in the North Main and Jefferson area may notice the long-term impact of these convictions on local safety and street-level criminal activity.
What happens next
The three remaining defendants, Christopher Thomas, Jasun Allah, and Michael Davis, are legally entitled to begin their trial within 70 days of the recent court orders.
Further reading
For more information on local judicial outcomes, visit the Law Enforcement section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by North Jersey.
