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Federal agents raid Skid Row drug network in Los Angeles, dozens arrested
Early Oct 8, the FBI, DEA, LAPD, IRS and ATF raided a drug trafficking network in Skid Row, executing 44 search warrants at 29 locations; 28 people face federal charges. Guns, fentanyl, meth, cocaine, cash and luxury cars were seized. The operation targeted dealers accused of exploiting the homeless.
Why it matters
Early on October 8, the FBI, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the LAPD, the IRS and the ATF launched a large joint operation against a drug trafficking network in Skid Row, downtown Los Angeles — one of the largest enforcement actions in the area in recent years.
Scale of the operation
Agents executed 44 search warrants and raided 29 locations, with roughly 100 law enforcement vehicles closing off the Fifth and Crocker block. Between 23 and 28 people were arrested, and 28 face federal charges. Officers seized firearms, methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, crack, PCP, pills, cash and luxury vehicles.
A months-long investigation
The investigation — dubbed Operation Skid Row, or Operation Save Skid Row by the DEA — ran for three to six months and used wiretaps, undercover officers and drones. Prosecutors say the drug ring exploited homeless people in Skid Row. LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell, Mayor Karen Bass and District Attorney Nathan Hochman appeared together at the press briefing.
Criticism
City Council member Ysabel Jurado criticized the operation for preventing some homeless people from returning to their tents to retrieve medication and personal belongings during the lockdown. Supporters say dismantling the drug network is a necessary step toward better safety and living conditions in Skid Row.
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