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264 Suspects Arrested, 14 Firearms Seized in New Jersey Crackdown

It aimed to dismantle gang networks through a unified, month-long law enforcement sweep.

Overview

  • Federal, state and local partners detained 264 individuals with outstanding felony warrants across New Jersey.
  • The operation netted 17 homicide suspects and 95 known gang members linked to groups such as MS-13 and Tren de Aragua.
  • Authorities recovered 14 illegal firearms and apprehended offenders wanted for kidnapping, sexual assault and robbery.
  • Those arrested collectively had 2,625 prior arrests, averaging roughly ten per person.
  • The initiative was led by Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba and U.S. Marshal Juan Mattos Jr. to curb violent crime.