Quincy, Massachusetts, September 17, 2025
News Summary
In Quincy, Massachusetts, seven men have been indicted for their roles in a kidnapping and torture incident. The victim was taken at gunpoint, tortured, and subjected to extortion where a ransom initially demanded was $150,000. The suspects coerced payments through violent threats, holding the victim overnight before his eventual release. Authorities continue to search for two suspects who remain at large. If convicted, the defendants face up to life imprisonment.
Quincy, Massachusetts — Seven men have been federally indicted in connection with a February 27 kidnapping and torture that began outside a home in Quincy and ended the next morning after a ransom was paid, federal authorities announced.
What happened (key facts)
Federal prosecutors charged seven men with conspiracy to commit kidnapping and obstruction of justice after a victim was seized at gunpoint outside his Quincy residence, assaulted, forced into his own vehicle, driven to a garage in Saugus, and subjected to physical torture. The attackers used the victim’s cellphone to make video calls to the victim’s contacts, including the victim’s spouse, while displaying the victim being harmed. The kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of $150,000. The victim was released in Quincy early the next morning after payments were made to the suspects.
Crime details and timeline
The incident began on February 27 when masked individuals approached the victim outside his home in Quincy and used a firearm to force him into the passenger seat of his vehicle. The group drove the victim to a garage in Saugus, where he was beaten, threatened with death, and burned with a lighter. During the detention, the suspects used the victim’s phone to call and display the abuse to the victim’s contacts to pressure payment.
Although the kidnappers demanded $150,000, the actual amounts handed over were much smaller. The victim was forced to give approximately $4,000 directly. The victim’s spouse and an acquaintance provided additional funds and items totaling about $18,000 plus a Rolex watch. At one point the spouse was instructed to throw cash off a balcony at the Quincy residence to meet the kidnappers’ demands. A friend of the victim hid the watch and cash in a restaurant for pickup by the suspects. Law enforcement reports indicate the victim was released the following morning after the extorted payments were collected.
Indictments and legal status
A grand jury returned an indictment charging seven individuals with federal offenses, including conspiracy to commit kidnapping and obstruction of justice. Two of the indicted suspects remained at large at the time of the announcement. If convicted, the defendants face potential life imprisonment under federal statutes that address kidnapping and related obstruction acts. It is currently unclear whether the defendants have retained legal counsel.
Suspects identified
Five of the men named in the indictment are identified by name, age, and hometown:
- Brian Cardoso, 33, of Dorchester
- Marcus Castaldi, 29, of Revere
- Melvin Coleman, 34, of Roxbury
- Anthony Lima, 37, of Quincy
- Samuel Alouidor, 27, of Dorchester
The indictment includes two additional unnamed suspects who were not publicly identified and were reported as remaining at large. Authorities say the alleged perpetrators come from Boston-area communities including Boston, Revere, and Quincy. One of the identified defendants, Brian Cardoso, has prior charges and is alleged to have a connection to a Boston gang referred to in court filings.
Official response and next steps
Federal prosecutors described the actions in the case as extreme and a serious attack on community safety and legal norms. The indictment moves the case into the federal court system, where pretrial procedures, arraignment, and potential detention hearings will occur. Investigators continue to seek the two suspects who remained at large and are asking anyone with information to contact law enforcement through normal reporting channels.
Background and context
Federal kidnapping charges are among the most serious criminal offenses and can carry life sentences when elements such as violence, interstate transport, or obstruction are proven. This case included aggravated conduct – using a firearm, physical torture, and public display of the victim’s abuse via video calls to coerce payment – which prosecutors say raises the severity of federal exposure for the defendants. Extortion through threats and the use of electronic communications can add to the range of federal charges and potential penalties.
Authorities have emphasized that the use of victims’ electronic devices to coerce third parties and broadcast harm increases both the criminal exposure for perpetrators and the trauma for victims and families. The investigation is ongoing as law enforcement seeks to locate the remaining suspects and prepares the case for federal court proceedings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What charges were filed?
Seven men were indicted on federal charges, including conspiracy to commit kidnapping and obstruction of justice.
When and where did the kidnapping occur?
The kidnapping began on February 27 outside a residence in Quincy, Massachusetts, and the victim was later held at a garage in Saugus before being released the next morning.
How much ransom was demanded and how much was paid?
Kidnappers demanded $150,000. Payments made totaled about $4,000 from the victim and about $18,000 plus a Rolex watch from the victim’s spouse and an acquaintance.
Are all suspects in custody?
No. Five suspects have been identified in the indictment by name; two of the seven indicted individuals remained at large at the time of the announcement.
What penalties could the defendants face?
If convicted on the federal charges, the defendants could face severe penalties, including potential life imprisonment depending on the charges proven at trial.
What should someone do if they have information?
Individuals with information relevant to the case should contact local or federal law enforcement through normal reporting channels to provide tips or evidence.
Quick Reference Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location of kidnapping | Outside a residence in Quincy, Massachusetts; victim held in a garage in Saugus |
| Date | February 27 (victim released early the next morning) |
| Federal charges | Conspiracy to commit kidnapping; obstruction of justice |
| Ransom demanded | $150,000 |
| Amount extorted | Approximately $22,000 total (about $4,000 from the victim and about $18,000 plus a Rolex from others) |
| Named suspects | Brian Cardoso (33, Dorchester); Marcus Castaldi (29, Revere); Melvin Coleman (34, Roxbury); Anthony Lima (37, Quincy); Samuel Alouidor (27, Dorchester) |
| Suspects at large | Two of the seven indicted individuals remained at large at the time of the announcement |
| Potential penalty | Up to life in federal prison if convicted on certain charges |
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Additional Resources
- CBS News: Quincy Man Kidnapped and Tortured
- NBC Boston: Quincy Kidnapping and Torture Charges
- Boston 25 News: Five Men Facing Federal Kidnapping Charges
- WCVB: Seven Charged in Quincy Kidnapping and Torture Case
- Boston Herald: 7 Massachusetts Men Allegedly Kidnapped and Tortured Victim
- Wikipedia: Kidnapping
- Google Search: Kidnapping Laws in Massachusetts
- Google Scholar: Kidnapping Law
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Kidnapping
- Google News: Kidnapping
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