Attorney General Michelle Henry unveiled charges against the "Six Figure Boys," a Pittsburgh-based retail theft and firearms trafficking ring, following a detailed investigation involving the collaboration of local law enforcement and the Organized Crime Section of the Office of Attorney General. Seven individuals believed to constitute the core of the criminal network are now facing an array of charges related to the group’s activities. These activities were centered on shoplifting high-value items and illegal gun sales, with items ranging from electronics to machinery.
The operation led to the impounding of over $120,000 in cash, eight firearms suspected to have been illicitly obtained, and a collection of stolen goods—all linked to the group's operations. At the pinnacle of this operation was Osman Muya, proprietor of a Pittsburgh pawn shop, who allegedly played a critical part by fencing the stolen wares, per the Attorney General's Office. The other individuals charged include Rami Hamdan-Toto and Alhassane Barry, among others, each playing roles within the conspiracy or associated with illegal gun transfers.
Rami Hamdan-Toto, 23, is said to have been a leading figure within the group, issuing commands to his associates. He faces charges related to organized retail theft and the unlawful transfer of firearms. Muya, 46, also faces significant charges: felony counts of corrupt organizations, organized retail theft, conspiracy, and related offenses.
The accused were said to operate in the Northview Heights area, choosing targets based on how easy they were to steal from. They often went after high-value stores with weak security, focusing on items like Apple products and lawnmowers. Investigators found messages between group members showing how they planned their thefts. A district judge called the defendants a "threat to the community" and denied bail for Muya, Hamdan-Toto, and Barry. Bell and Hakizimam are still at large, adding a layer of ongoing concern to the case detailed by the attorney general's announcement.
