INDIANAPOLIS — As the end of 2024 approaches, local and federal law enforcement are highlighting the success of the Indiana Crime Guns Task Force as they fight to break the cycle of violence in central Indiana.
According to Indianapolis Metro police, more than 270 firearms were taken off the streets by the task force in 2024 – 20 of which were equipped with machine gun conversion devices.
This year, the ICGTF investigated over 150 leads which were generated from shots fired incidents, evidentiary firearm seizures and proactive criminal investigations.
Detectives also confiscated 75,507 grams – approximately 168 lbs – of illegal narcotics, including almost 9,000 grams of Fentanyl, and almost $400,000 in US currency from proceeds of illegal activity was forfeited.
Ultimately, 232 arrests were made, with 16 suspects charged federally for firearms and narcotics-related offenses.
Police believe those numbers have helped drive down violent crime around central Indiana.
“I think that what we’re doing is making a difference,” said IMPD Lt. Jered Hidlebaugh. “Our goal is to get illegal guns out of the hands of violent criminals who are committing violent crimes against our citizens.”