ASAN (KXAN)-The North Austin Metro Metro said on Wednesday afternoon that it led to 19 arrests as part of an “intensive investigation” in “high crime areas”, according to what he said. APD press release.
APD said that these areas “got a reputation for the outdoor drug markets.” Six of the seven regions were “drug -free areas” under the Texas Health and Safety Law, which means that they were 1000 feet from schools,/or youth centers and/or stadiums.
APD press statement said that the unit has arrested:
- 1800 Colonia Creek d.
- 900 Rotland d.
- 800 W Rundberg LN.
- Manor Road. & Rogge LN.
- 6800 Berkeman d.
- East St. Johns ave. & N i-35
- Dr. Georgian and Jennifer LN.
- 889 Wilks ave
“These hot points have been characterized by constant locking and the sale of different illegal drugs, which enhances an environment exposed to multiple criminal activities.” “Historically, these sites have been linked to crimes such as attacks, thefts, theft, crimes related to weapons, prostitution, sabotage, and disturbances that harm harmful to the quality of life for local residents.”
APD said that the operation took about two months. Most suspects face charges of handing over a controlled substance in a drug -free area. The suspects were between the ages of 33 and 62.
APD also held a press conference on the arrests on Wednesday afternoon.
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