The Brief
- Federal agents conducted large-scale raids across LA and Orange counties targeting high-ranking members of the Mexican Mafia criminal organization.
- Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli was on-site as warrants were served near the 605 Freeway, a primary focus of the operation.
- The operation aims to dismantle international gang networks involved in racketeering, drug trafficking, and violent crimes across Southern California.
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – Law enforcement agencies executed a series of coordinated raids across Los Angeles and Orange Counties on Thursday, dealing a significant blow to the Mexican Mafia’s regional operations.
The sweep targeted multiple residential and commercial locations linked to alleged international gang activity.
What we know:…