8 Dallas gang members arrested; alligator seized

The Brief

  • Eight alleged members of the 42 Oakland Crips street gang were arrested earlier this week in a crackdown known as Operation Blue Laces.
  • The men are all accused of dealing drugs in South Dallas’ “Dead End” area.
  • Agents seized drugs, money, guns, jewelry, vehicles, and a live caiman alligator.

DALLAS Eight alleged gang members were arrested in South Dallas. Law enforcement officials also seized guns, drugs, money, and a live alligator.

What we know:

The arrests were part of an ATF-led crackdown in an area known as “Dead End,” which is near the intersection of Casey Street and Malcolm X Boulevard.

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