Rival Biker Gangs Gets into Altercation in Middle of Road in Titusville
Aug 09, 2024 -- By: Rhonda Forbes Smith // The Blake Moia Show Crime Reporter
4 members of 2 motorcycle clubs are facing charges after getting into an altercation using improvised weapons such as, a wrench, a D-cell style flashlights and a collapsible baton in the middle of a Titusville intersection.
The incident happened on July 12, 2024, at approximately 6 p.m. in the intersection of S. Washington Ave. (US-1) and Cheney Hwy. (SR-50).
The investigation revealed three members of the Mongols Outlaw Motorcycle Gang, illegally converged into the southbound lanes of the intersection, blocked traffic, and denied a member of the Warlocks Outlaw Motorcycle Gang access.
Matthew David Faithe Limperatos
Matthew David Faithe Limperatos, 31, of Merritt Island, FL, was charged with Aggravated Rioting.
The bond for Limperatos was set at $10,000 cash and is ordered to possess no weapons or have contact with any victims.
He is being represented by attorney Brad Soughers. His next court appearance is unknown.
Joseph Harry James Summerhill
Joseph Harry James Summerhill, 35, of Rockledge, FL, was charged with Aggravated Rioting. According to authorities, Summerhill is a member of "The Space Coast Wrecking Crew", which is a violent offshoot of the Warlocks gang.
Bond was set at $50,000 and his next court appearance is unknown. He has hired attorney Brad Soughers to represent him.
The court has issued a warrant out for his arrest after bonding out of jail.
Gaige Alexander Wilson
Gaige Alexander Wilson, 30, of Cocoa, FL, was charged with Aggravated Rioting.
Bond was set at $10,000 and Mr. Wilson was ordered to have no weapons or contact with the victims. His next court date is unknown, and he has hired Attorney Brad Soughers, according to court records.
Anthony Octavian Sifuentes
Anthony Octavian Sifuentes, 25, of Titusville, FL, was charged with two counts of Possession of a Firearm/Ammunition by a Convicted Felon and two counts of Probation Violation.
Bond was set at $30,000 and a search warrant was issued to the Sheriff.
His next court date is unknown, and he has hired attorneys, Keith Szachacz, Kepler Funk, and Alan Diamond.
Details on What Caused the Brawl
A Warlock member dismounted his motorcycle as he was confronted by the three Mongols members, who had blocked him in with their motorcycles, the police report says.
Subsequently, the Mongols members physically attacked him in the roadway and median. The Warlock member retrieved a firearm concealed on his person and fired off rounds prompting all four of the suspects to flee the scene before officers arrived.
An extensive investigation, including digital evidence provided by witnesses, led by the Titusville Police Department, with the support of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Game Over Task Force, the FBI Brevard County Resident Agency, The Brevard County State Attorney’s Office, and the Florida Department of Corrections Titusville Probation Office, resulted in the identification and arrest of the four suspects.
“This successful outcome is a testament to the collaborative efforts of local and federal law enforcement agencies, along with multiple citizens who witnessed the incident,” said the lead detective in this case, Detective Brandon Williams. “Our agency extends its gratitude to all those who contributed to ensuring those responsible for this violent disturbance will face justice,” added Williams.
All members face felony gang enhancement charges. No innocent bystandards of the public were injured.
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