Everett man accused of plotting retaliation for a rival gang attack held on bail

A 22-year-old man who police say intended to retaliate against a group of rival gang members is being held on $5,000 bail following last week’s dangerousness hearing, according to prosecutors and court records.

Elijah Carvalho, 22, of Everett, was arrested by Boston police at approximately 1:51 p.m. on December 18 after the Youth Violence Strike Force there “received intelligence” suggesting he intended to retaliate against rival gang members who attacked him in front of Boston Municipal Building Central Courthouse.

Carvalho was found in the area of ​​Lawrence Avenue near Coleus Park with a “distinct bulge” near the waist of his sweatshirt, Boston police said in a statement.