115 gang members arrested in Laredo
By
Ray Gomez
Story Created:
Nov 16, 2009
Story Updated:
Nov 16, 2009
A six-month operation ordered by the Texas governor resulted in Laredo Police and federal authorities identifying dozens of gang members. The governor's gang initiative is geared toward disrupting and identifying gangs along the border.
The Laredo Police Department in conjunction with ATF and ICE were able to round up gang members in a six-month operation.
During the operation they were able to identify more than 500 gang members in Laredo.
The top three gangs were Mexican Mafia, Texas Syndicate and Hermanos Pistoleros.
" Not all of them were arrested, but they were identified and basically they are now part of our intel which we can pass along to other agencies."
The profiles of these gang members will be kept in case they are wanted in the future or have committed a crime.
"We were able to identify several members from cartels and Latin America gangs that were passing through here."
During the operation 50 drug-related warrants were served. Police were able to seize almost six hundred pounds of marijuana.
Other drugs seized include 83 grams of cocaine and 102 grams of heroin.
Also police were able to seize a significant number of weapons like these.
According to police, cartels use these weapons to kill, intimidate and to reinforce positions of power in the region.
Around 115 gang members were arrested; most of them live here in Laredo.
"We have people who are part of these notorious organizations, prison gangs, cartels, we do have them here locally."
Other South Texas border cities received the governor's gang initiative grant as well.
The profiles and information on 500 gang members police were able to identify will be shared with other law enforcement agencies.
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kid said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 12:08 AM
115 wow. Hopefully this story will shut up those of you who say the police aren't doing their job.
32220664Federal Agents..YES! said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 8:41 AM
It was made due to the fact that Federal Agents were involved, I hope they took some Corrupt LPD to jail together with the gang members. Corruption in LPD is something that should never be tolarated, Because they are the first line of defense in this country. United States that is.
32230609Gato Bonito said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 8:55 AM
We need space to accomodate Copper thieves fireghters, vehicle scratchers and wrestlers that are housed in the firefighter's stations. and space for LPD members releasing dangerous dogs from the Animal Shelter to give them back to the owners free of charge. no fines no shelter fees no reabies shot asked.
32231326Where is the justice? said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 1:29 PM
Arrested....sure, what will be the punishment? Judicial laws can only do so much. Nevertheless, thanks for taking these incorrigibles off our streets.
32247214UnitedLonghorn said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 2:36 PM
Out of 500 only 115 were arrested and I can bet you all that they will be released very shortly if they have not been released yet. Yeah the cops do arrest (sometimes) but they never get jailed
32251269now said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 5:28 PM
now they need to take the corrupt city officials and big 8 liners owners and the zoning dept. the big bosses !!!!!!!!!!!!!
32261331Please dont leave yet said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 6:15 PM
Federal Agents, please go downtown and raid those county and city offices and dont forget to bring extra vehicles.
32263781? said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 10:30 PM
I THOUGHT THERE WERE MORE CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS,FIREMAEN,POLICEMEN,AND bORDER pATROL AGENTS THAN 115 IN lAREDO.
32273461? said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 10:32 PM
Oh,it says 500,now they are getting warmer to the real number.And I'll bet they don't own a politician in Laredo that they are never arrested.Probably all legal too?
32273531My People! said on Tuesday, Nov 17 at 11:07 PM
Mi gente! only in laredo we are never please to hear some news. Mind the fact that these people were identified and some arrested! but no you always have to bash your fire dept and police! never appreciative! but wait til you are having a heart attack see if you critize your fire! or when theres a criminal action happening. yes theres flaws every where even at the federal level, teachers, mechanics etc. Big deal! be glad that you are safe and that police and feds are taking a proactive approach!
32274804NEVER said on Wednesday, Nov 18 at 8:01 AM
We never are going to let some of the corrupt people in office or working for a gopvernmental agency to run our lives, We have all the right in the world to pinpoint any corrupt agency in this Town. We have the duty to defend the United States and Laredo is the first line of defense. all corrupt personnel ..BEWARE we are watching.
32283461My people! said on Wednesday, Nov 18 at 6:52 PM
Never I get your point, and by any means do i condoned corruption, never had and never will. The difference is that I also recognized the hard work and dedication that most of the officers have for their community. Not every officer is corrupt. Remember corruption exists everywehre. local, state, federal level. teachers, doctors, NYPD, Chicago PD even las vegas! is the awful truth of giving power to people. that it needs to be controlled and get rid of the bad apples yes! but also give recognit
32322486My people! said on Wednesday, Nov 18 at 6:55 PM
also give praise and recognition where is due! Remember if you think we have it bad go to Nvo Laredo and live there or Cd. Juarez! Again we should get out that mentality that all the law enforcement in laredo are corrupt and support them. We need to have a better community relationship with our police alot can be improve instead of that us vs. them mentality. But again we are talking about laredo what can we expect!!!!
32322631Give recognition when is due said on Thursday, Nov 19 at 12:54 PM
That was their job and they get paid for it. Law Enforcement is a carreer with all the risks and pay. If a LPD wants to double dip at the taxpayers money, then he does not have any business being paid as an officer representing the taxpayers in the streets.
32361199WE ARE NOT YOUR PEOPLE said on Thursday, Nov 19 at 6:42 PM
What people?? Look deep inside of you first. Are you BLIND to see what is happening in Laredo Texas?? Take a look around and you will see the favoritism, nepotism and corrupt practices everywhere in governmental offices.
32382076my people said on Thursday, Nov 19 at 6:51 PM
por eso estamos como estamos mi gente!
32382479Parent said on Friday, Nov 20 at 1:02 AM
I am glad to see that these gangs are being identified & arrested. PD & other law enforcement agencies are doing their job. I am grateful & hope we do not have another murder in our communities. Parents, all threats to your life or children's life need to be taken seriously. We just lost someone to a violent act & the killers are free on bond. When will it ever stop? Why did the JP allow them to be out? PD please continue to track those criminals & gang members.
32395904PROMETHEUS said on Saturday, Nov 21 at 9:22 PM
At least a hundred of those arrested are also members of Lulac or La Raza. Terrorist organizations that hope to see the liberty of America replaced by the Anarchy of Mexico. All financed by the stupid American tax-payer.
32482089to prometheus said on Monday, Nov 23 at 4:12 PM
You are wrong. The oranizations are financed by casual and habitul drug users not th taxpayers.
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