WPEC β Twenty-nine people were arrested in Florida in a year-long undercover operation that started after neighbors complained about illicit activity in the area. The West Palm Beach Police Department discussed the details of the operation at a news conference outside two houses that authorities said were the epicenter of a drug, gun, and prostitution ring.
In total, Aronberg said there are 32 defendants. Out of the 32, 29 were arrested, and 16 face racketeer influenced and corrupt organization RICO charges. If convicted, they could face up to 60 years in prison. Adderley said the investigation began in January It spanned from a meeting that law enforcement had with community members, where they complained about drug sales and prostitution in their neighborhoods. Aronberg said the people who are charged were allegedly selling fentanyl, a deadly opioid that has led to many untimely deaths.
He added that 54 people have died from a drug overdose within the community during the past year. Police said they are focused on preventing the next group of criminals from coming into the neighborhood. Thu, 30 Jan GMT Story Infinite Scroll - News3 v1. StormWatch Text Alert. Moore Safe Shores. Hurricane Center. WeatherNet Cameras. Hardee's Pensacola Beach Cam. On WEAR. Game Center. Now Fri Sat The investigation began because residents were complaining and law enforcement under the police chief's department listened," said Mayor Keith James, who was joined by Police Chief Frank Adderley and State Attorney for Palm Beach County Dave Aronberg.
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