Ep 4. The Mongol Warlord : Ruben 'Doc' Cavasos
- June 18, 2013
- 42 min
In season 2 episode 4 of Gangsters: America's Most Evil, entitled "The Mongol Warlord: Ruben 'Doc' Cavasos," viewers are introduced to the notorious leader of the Mongols Motorcycle Club.
Cavasos, also known as "Doc," rose through the ranks of the club to become its national president in 2002. Under his leadership, the Mongols grew in both size and reputation, becoming one of the most feared and ruthless outlaw motorcycle gangs in the United States.
Through interviews with law enforcement officials and former gang members, the episode explores Cavasos' criminal history and the extent of his criminal enterprise. From drug trafficking and weapons offenses to extortion and murder-for-hire schemes, Cavasos ran his organization with an iron fist, garnering a reputation as one of the most violent and ruthless gang leaders in the country.
Through newly-uncovered footage and photographs, viewers are taken inside the world of the Mongols and offered a glimpse into the complex web of relationships and alliances that defined the gang's power structure.
The episode also delves into the legal battles faced by Cavasos and the Mongols, including a high-profile case in which federal prosecutors sought to strip the gang of its trademarked logo. The case, which ultimately resulted in a victory for the Mongols, served as a high-profile example of the ongoing battle between law enforcement and outlaw motorcycle gangs in America.
Throughout the episode, viewers are offered a glimpse into Cavasos' personality and motivations, as well as the tactics he employed to maintain control over his criminal empire. Despite the intense pressure from law enforcement and rival gangs, he remained defiant and unswerving in his loyalty to the Mongols and their cause.
In the end, "The Mongol Warlord: Ruben 'Doc' Cavasos" offers a chilling look at the dark underbelly of American organized crime and the people who inhabit it, shedding light on the complex power dynamics and dangerous rivalries that define the world of outlaw motorcycle gangs.
