An Arlington man pleaded guilty on March 6 in federal court in Boston to conspiring to distribute controlled substances, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Leah B. Foley. Jonathan Perry, also known as “Peazy,” age 26, admitted his role in the conspiracy and is scheduled for sentencing on June 2.
The case involves Perry and a codefendant identified as a Vice Lord gang member who was on parole from a state prison sentence during the offenses. According to charging documents, Perry is both a relative and coconspirator of Keith Harlow, with whom he allegedly distributed drugs and sold firearms throughout Massachusetts. Authorities said that evidence from Perry’s cellphone revealed communications about robberies and using firearms against various individuals.
At the time of these alleged offenses, both Perry and Harlow were prohibited from possessing firearms due to prior felony convictions. Perry had previously been convicted as a youthful offender for manslaughter and was on probation for a domestic violence offense. Harlow, known by his street name “Lord Savage,” is described as a member of the Four Corner Hustlers chapter of the Vice Lords gang and was on parole following multiple concurrent state prison sentences for armed robbery.
A search of Harlow’s residence on May 29, 2025 reportedly uncovered multiple firearm receivers, suspected suppressors, machinegun conversion devices, 3D printers, firearm manufacturing supplies, and approximately 100 grams of suspected cocaine.
The charge carries a maximum penalty of up to 20 years in prison, at least three years and up to life of supervised release, and a fine of up to $1 million. Sentencing will be determined by U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani based on federal guidelines.
United States Attorney Leah B. Foley made the announcement along with officials from the Federal Bureau of Investigation Boston Division; Northwestern District Attorney David E. Sullivan; Athol Police Chief Craig Lundgren; Massachusetts State Police; United States Marshals Service; Franklin County House of Correction; and Massachusetts Department of Correction. Assistant U.S. Attorney Philip A. Mallard is prosecuting the case.
Authorities remind that details contained in charging documents are allegations and that any remaining defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.