ComPol Williams says Raheem Usher Was Killed by “Locals”, Not The Cartel

Authorities have dismissed speculation that the killing of 29-year-old Raheem Usher was the work of a drug cartel. According to Police Commissioner Chester Williams, the crime appeared to have been carried out by locals attempting to mimic cartel-style violence.

Usher’s body was found near a bridge in San Antonio Village. He had been missing since January 25.

According to Commissioner Williams, initial observations by investigators revealed what appeared to be two gunshot wounds. A handwritten note, listing several names, was also found on a canvas near the body. The scene was processed, and the body was later transported to the hospital, where Usher was officially pronounced dead.

Despite public speculation linking the murder to organised crime, Williams expressed scepticism, stating that there were no clear indicators of cartel involvement.

“There has been much talk in the media and among the public that this is a cartel hit or a cartel-style killing,” Williams said. “But I believe this was not done by a cartel, but rather by locals trying to make it look that way.”

He pointed to several inconsistencies, including the location where the body was found, the use of English in the note, and the manner in which the body was wrapped and disposed of. According to Williams, these details did not align with known cartel execution methods.

“If you’re trying to paint a picture and make something look a certain way, you’ll do your best to make it appear that way,” he stated.

While the commissioner ruled out direct cartel involvement, he acknowledged the possibility that those responsible had ties to organised crime.

“ That is a possibility that the persons who we believe are behind this killing do have cartel connections. So we’re looking at that as well. But again, having cartel connections and the cartel doing something are two different things.