Montgomery explains why he believes the charges are "trumped up": "I have never seen a gang enforcer in his situation not enforce anything: he hasn't shot anyone, there's no victims in his situation."

He goes on to address the bail. "It's mind-boggling to me that the bail is $2 million, but I know what this is about," he said. "This is a show. The cops give a perp walk, the NYPD along with some other people issue pressers to everyone concerning this case, this is a show. It's unfortunate cause this young man's life is on the line.