​Eugene Henley Jr., widely known as "Big U," is a prominent figure in the Los Angeles music scene and a reputed leader of the Rollin' 60s Neighborhood Crips. In March 2025, Henley was indicted on 43 federal charges, including racketeering, murder, extortion, fraud, and tax crimes. The indictment alleges that from 2010 to 2025, Henley led a criminal enterprise, referred to as the "Big U Enterprise," which engaged in various illegal activities across Los Angeles.

One of the most serious allegations involves the 2021 murder of an aspiring rapper identified as "R.W." According to prosecutors, R.W. was signed to Henley's music label, Uneek Music, and recorded a defamatory song about Henley. In response, Henley allegedly traveled to Las Vegas, confronted R.W., and fatally shot him before leaving his body in a desert ditch off Interstate 15.

Henley is also accused of exploiting his anti-gang charity, Developing Options, as a front for fraudulent activities. While presenting the organization as dedicated to providing alternatives to gang involvement for South Los Angeles youth, Henley allegedly embezzled large donations from celebrities and companies, diverting funds into his personal bank account. Notably, Developing Options received significant funding from the City of Los Angeles's Mayor’s Office through the Gang Reduction Youth Development (GRYD) Foundation, which includes federal funds.

Beyond these charges, Henley faces accusations of submitting fraudulent applications for COVID-19 relief loans, engaging in extortion and robbery, and participating in human trafficking activities. Prosecutors allege that he used his influence within the Rollin' 60s and other street gangs to intimidate businesses and individuals, expanding his enterprise's power through violence and fear. Additionally, Henley purportedly leveraged social media platforms, documentaries, and interviews to bolster his reputation and instill fear, furthering the reach of his criminal organization.

Henley was taken into federal custody on March 19, 2025, and is scheduled for arraignment on April 8. If convicted on all charges, he faces a maximum sentence of life in federal prison.


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