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In a massive nationwide operation, the FBI-led Operation Spring Cleaning targeted gang-related threats and the illicit flow of firearms and narcotics in communities across the US, including New Mexico. From March 1 to May 31, the operation resulted in over 1100 arrests, with federal prosecutors in New Mexico charging several individuals, including Lucas Maldonado, Pete Kimbell, and Crisantos Garcia, with various crimes. The operation aimed to enhance public safety by combating the root causes of gang-related violence.
The New Mexico cases involved significant seizures, including nearly five pounds of methamphetamine, fentanyl, firearms, and ammunition. In one case, an individual allegedly sold multiple firearms and ammunition to an undercover officer. Another case involved an alleged scheme to provide weapons to an inmate seeking to escape from custody.
Nationally, Operation Spring Cleaning led to the seizure of almost 1000 illegal firearms, dozens of which were equipped with machine gun conversion devices, as well as over 75 stand-alone conversion devices. The operation also netted over 2700 pounds of illegal narcotics, including cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, fentanyl, heroin, and MDMA.
The outcome of Operation Spring Cleaning demonstrates the effectiveness of coordinated law enforcement efforts in disrupting and dismantling gang-related activity. The operation highlights the ongoing commitment of federal, state, and local agencies to enhancing public safety and combating organized crime.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Organized Crime
- Defendant: New Mexico
- Location: NM
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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