Nassar Buford, a 20-year-old resident of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was fatally shot on April 5, 2021. His death was part of a broader investigation into the activities of the Wild 100s gang, a notorious street gang involved in various criminal activities, including fraudulent COVID-19 relief schemes. Federal prosecutors revealed that the leader of the Wild 100s gang had posted an online solicitation to kill Buford, which ultimately led to his tragic death.
The investigation into Buford's
murder uncovered that the gang had been using ill-gotten coronavirus relief benefits to finance their criminal operations, including the purchase of illegal firearms and the hiring of hitmen. This connection between violent crime and COVID-19 relief fraud was highlighted by federal authorities, who noted that such fraudulent activities had significantly fueled the illegal gun market in cities like Milwaukee.
In the aftermath of Buford's death, law enforcement agencies intensified their efforts to dismantle the Wild 100s gang and bring those responsible to justice. The case against the gang's leader and other members involved in Buford's murder is ongoing, with federal prosecutors pursuing charges related to both the homicide and the extensive fraud schemes that funded their criminal activities.
Buford's death serves as a stark reminder of the far-reaching consequences of organized crime and the misuse of government aid programs. The ongoing legal proceedings aim to hold those responsible accountable and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
