On August 17, 2025, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) executed a significant operation targeting gang-related activity in South Los Angeles, resulting in the arrest of 15 individuals. According to posts found on X and reports from sources like FOX 11 Los Angeles, the operation focused on dismantling a gang responsible for multiple violent incidents, including shootings and drug trafficking. The arrests took place across several neighborhoods, with authorities seizing over 20 firearms, including handguns and rifles, along with approximately 5 kilograms of illegal drugs, including cocaine and methamphetamine. The LAPD collaborated with federal agencies, leading to the deployment of more than 50 officers and agents during the early morning raids. The operation also recovered three stolen vehicles linked to the gang’s activities. Authorities reported that the effort included searches of 10 locations, yielding evidence such as cash exceeding $100,000 and gang-related paraphernalia. This action follows a series of similar operations in the region, with the LAPD stating that the arrests aim to reduce violent crime rates, which have seen a slight uptick in the area over the past month, with 12 reported shootings in South LA since early August. The department plans to continue targeted enforcement to maintain public safety, with further details on the investigation expected to be released as it progresses. The operation’s success has been highlighted as a step toward addressing ongoing crime challenges in the city.
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