Bloods Member Admits to Racketeering Charges

A Nashville gang member pleaded guilty Tuesday to racketeering charges that could mean life in prison.

According to a release from the US Attorney’s Office, Antonio Washington admitted to robbery, narcotics trafficking and bribery as a member of the Bloods, as well as violence against other gang members in Metro parks and at a gang prevention center.

Washington faces just one count of conspiracy to participate in racketeering activity, but that charge could bring a maximum penalty of life in prison and a $250,000 fine. His sentencing is scheduled for late September.