Federal, LA Authorities Execute 72 Warrants in Skid Row Drug Bust
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Updated · Fox News · Oct 9
Federal, LA Authorities Execute 72 Warrants in Skid Row Drug Bust
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Oct 9
Summary
Operation Save Skid Row deployed more than 100 law enforcement vehicles Thursday as federal and Los Angeles authorities served 28 arrest warrants and 44 search warrants.
The sweep targeted drug distribution networks and open-air drug markets in downtown Los Angeles, with suspects tied to gangs including the Main Street Crips, Grape Street/Raymond Avenue Crips and Pueblo Bishop Bloods.
Bill Essayli, first assistant U.S. attorney for the Central District of California, said local police cooperated effectively but blamed California Democrats for weakening criminal laws, reducing prison capacity and eroding deterrence.
Essayli said Mayor Karen Bass deserved credit for allowing LAPD participation, framing the operation as part of a broader federal push against street drug markets and dealers exploiting homeless residents.