Targeted BPD sweeps net 6 guns, major drug seizures and 12 impounded vehicles

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — The Birmingham Police Department says its Special Operations Bureau made 82 arrests during targeted enforcement efforts across the city last week.

According to the department, Special Enforcement Teams conducted operations from Oct. 12 through Oct. 18, resulting in 28 felony arrests and 54 misdemeanor arrests.

Officers also seized six firearms, including one that was reported stolen. Police conducted 149 traffic stops and issued 393 uniform traffic citations, including 29 for speeding. Twelve vehicles were impounded…

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