Two individuals, Vincent Romanino, 42, and Joshualee Garcia, 33, were recently arrested in Florida in connection with the shooting death of another biker, who they believed was an informant. This brings the total number of suspects to four in this case. 

Both Romanino and Garcia are being accused of aiding in a first-degree felony murder. Romanino is being held at the Faulkenburg Road Jail, while Garcia has been placed in the Pasco County Jail.

Dominick Paternoster, 46, was the victim in this case. He was a member of the Raiders, a group that has ties to the Mongols motorcycle club. Earlier this year, he was shot multiple times and killed in his Palm Harbor home, which is located near Tampa.

The Pinellas County Sheriff, Bob Gualtieri, discussed the details of the case in a press conference. He stated that a suspect named Paul Mogilevsky, 48, was identified and charged with first-degree murder back in August 2022. Another individual, Dylan Pascale, 36, is also facing similar charges, as noted by the deputies.

Looking ahead, the trial for this case is expected to be held in 2024 and could last approximately three weeks. Paul Mogilevsky’s lawyer, Roger Futerman, mentioned this timeframe. Even though Mogilevsky faces serious charges, he has pleaded not guilty and has not made any plea deals.

Sheriff Gualtieri also touched upon the controversial nature of motorcycle clubs, especially the Mongols. He made it clear that these aren’t just simple “clubs” but are actually involved in various criminal activities, ranging from drug trade to human trafficking. He emphasized that many of the members are adults, implying that their involvement isn’t just youthful mischief.

Dylan Pascale’s account of the night of the murder is significant. He mentioned that he and another person brought Paternoster back to his home from Tampa and left him sleeping in a chair. However, investigators found inconsistencies in his story when they discovered shell casings near the victim with Pascale’s DNA. This suggests that multiple individuals and weapons were involved.

The Mongols motorcycle club, which originated in California, has a widespread presence in the United States. According to Sheriff Gualtieri, the group operates much like a criminal racketeering organization. The members participate in several illegal activities and are known for their distinct motorcycle jackets that have what they call “colors” on them. These “colors” aren’t just for show; they represent an essential initiation ritual within the club.