A federal judge authorized U.S. Marshals to use reasonable force and restraints to bring Eugene “Big U” Henley to court after he allegedly refused to leave his Los Angeles jail cell for a Sept. 17 hearing. The order bars action that could put him at medical risk.
Before any force is used, Henley must be read the order and given one final chance to come to court voluntarily. The authorization applies to future proceedings unless the court changes it. The Sept. 17 hearing concerned his attorneys’ emergency request to withdraw; his trial is scheduled for Feb. 16, 2027.
Henley’s defense has said it is reviewing more than 1.1 million pieces of evidence, including thousands of surveillance videos and tens of thousands of intercepted calls. Prosecutors allege he operated as a figure within the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips. Henley denies the allegations and pleaded not guilty to charges added in an August superseding indictment.
