MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Safe Task Force has reached another milestone, according to the U.S. Marshals Service, by exceeding 1,500 arrests for crimes involving narcotics.
“Out of over 13,800 cumulative arrests, more than 1,500 specific arrests have been for illegal narcotics like fentanyl and other controlled substance violations,” the Marshals said.
“The Memphis Safe Task Force is an unprecedented multi-agency effort that has resulted in significant violent crime reduction by disrupting the drivers of crime,” said Marshals Service Director Gadyaces S. Serralta. “Seizing such a substantial quantity of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs, as well as arresting the individuals who peddle those drugs sends a clear message that we are all united in our mission to make Memphis safe from the scourge of illicit narcotics.”…