HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced on Friday the filing of charges against seven individuals linked to the “Six Figure Boys,” a Pittsburgh-centered syndicate implicated in retail theft and firearms trafficking. Among those charged is a pawn shop owner accused of purchasing and reselling stolen goods obtained during the alleged criminal operations.
The charges stem from a comprehensive investigation conducted by the Office of Attorney General in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies, bolstered by evidence gathered through the 51st Statewide Investigating Grand Jury. Investigative efforts included the monitoring of digital communications, implementation of surveillance, and undercover operations, which reportedly unveiled Osman Muya’s role as a key player in the operation. Muya, a Pittsburgh-based pawn shop proprietor, is alleged to have been a conduit for the stolen merchandise, often referred to as the “boss” by other members of the group.
Authorities seized eight firearms, believed to be illicitly purchased or transferred, alongside more than $120,000 in cash from Muya. Additionally, stolen items, including Apple iPhones and other electronics, were recovered, still in new packaging.
Attorney General Henry highlighted the collaborative law enforcement efforts, stating, “Stopping this elaborate illegal trafficking network was the product of great law enforcement collaboration steered by our Organized Crime Section.” She also acknowledged the grand jurors’ dedication in assessing evidence regarding the network’s hierarchy and operations.
Osman Muya, 46, faces felony charges including corrupt organizations, organized retail theft, and conspiracy. The indictment also extends to Rami Hamdan-Toto, Alhassane Barry, Viane Hakizimam, Trey Da’Quan Carlock Bell, Mukamba Adelin, and Rimon Toto, each charged with conspiracy and related offenses. Rami Hamdan-Toto, 23, is alleged to have played a pivotal role in orchestrating the network’s activities, with additional charges linked to illegal firearms transfers.
All defendants were arraigned by a district judge, with bail denied to Muya, Hamdan-Toto, and Barry, who are considered a potential threat to public safety. Bell and Hakizimam remain at large.
The group reportedly operated out of the Northview Heights area of Pittsburgh, targeting high-value items at stores with minimal security measures. Communications among the group suggest a strategic approach to selecting retail locations that were less likely to pursue shoplifters.
The prosecution of this case will be managed by the Attorney General’s Organized Crime Section. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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