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"G Face": King of Double Brokers and DEA Informant
The controversial story of G Face, "The King of Double Brokers," takes a turn with new information regarding his dealings with the Mexican Mafia and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.
Meet Yuri Khatchikyan, better known as "G Face," a controversial figure in the freight community. G Face went viral on TikTok for his audacious claims and was dubbed "King of Double Brokers." But recently, new details have emerged: G Face is also a long-time DEA informant. Here's the story:
The TikTok Fame
G Face gained notoriety on TikTok, flaunting his success in the trucking industry and defending himself against scammer accusations.
Key Claim: "I started making crazy money, changed my life, bought my first house, then my second house."
The Scammer Allegations
Members of the freight X community, like @lombardtrucking, accused G Face of being a scammer, prompting heated debates on social media.
The DEA Connection
Court documents reveal G Face has been a DEA informant since 2005, providing critical information against the Mexican Mafia.
Court Document: "He cooperated against the Mafia members who stabbed him and has been forced to live with a 'green light' hit hanging over his head."
The document also states that he is in "protective custody while in jail because of the threats."
The Controversial Past
G Face's criminal history includes a second-degree robbery in 2000 and multiple instances where he was targeted for his informant role.
Court Document: "The defendant has been a target of the Mexican Mafia since 2006 when he was stabbed repeatedly and left for dead."
The Freight Industry Angle
G Face's trucking business took off after his stint in prison, leading to his viral fame and controversial reputation.
G Face: "If anybody wants to get in the trucking business, all you need is $20,000."
Hi! I'm Adriana and I've been working for FreightCaviar as Head Writer for a little over a year now. Some of my favorite topics to cover are FreightTech, Green Freight, and nearshoring/reshoring.
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