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LAPD arrest 69 people, impound 200 cars at illegal street gathering in Harbor Gateway
United States🏛️ PoliticsCenter10 hr. ago

LAPD arrest 69 people, impound 200 cars at illegal street gathering in Harbor Gateway

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) conducted 'Operation Street Sweeper' over the weekend in Harbor Gateway, arresting 69 individuals and impounding 200 vehicles during an illegal street gathering. The event, which involved approximately 700 people engaging in burnouts and donuts, blocked a major intersection and posed safety risks. Officers used drones and intelligence to identify four planned takeover locations, with the largest occurring at Figueroa Street and Alondra Boulevard. City Councilmember Tim McOsker noted that officers surrounded the area at 3 a.m. to prevent escape, and children present were taken to a police station. LAPD, along with other law enforcement agencies, emphasized zero tolerance for illegal street racing, which has led to injuries and disrupted traffic. Mayor Karen Bass praised the operation and reiterated the city's commitment to enforcing laws against such activities.

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LAPD arrest 69 people, impound 200 cars at illegal street gathering in Harbor Gateway

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) conducted 'Operation Street Sweeper' over the weekend in Harbor Gateway, arresting 69 individuals and impounding 200 vehicles during an illegal street gathering. The event, which involved approximately 700 people engaging in burnouts and donuts, blocked a major intersection and posed safety risks. Officers used drones and intelligence to identify four planned takeover locations, with the largest occurring at Figueroa Street and Alondra Boulevard. City Councilmember Tim McOsker noted that officers surrounded the area at 3 a.m. to prevent escape, and children present were taken to a police station. LAPD, along with other law enforcement agencies, emphasized zero tolerance for illegal street racing, which has led to injuries and disrupted traffic. Mayor Karen Bass praised the operation and reiterated the city's commitment to enforcing laws against such activities.

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