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The FBI among other law enforcement agencies serving numerous search and arrest warrants in the Tacoma, Washington State Area.

In the early morning hours of February 9, 2010, the FBI, the South Puget Sound Gang Task Force and the Tacoma Police Department began their attempt at cleaning up the streets of Tacoma, making it a safer place for families and the community as a whole. Numerous search and arrest warrants targeting over 30 alleged members of the Hilltop Crips street gang were issued and served.

Several arrests have been made and law enforcement continues to work diligently. The individuals targeted in the warrants are alleged to have committed attempted murder, home invasions and carjackings. According to a news release from the Tacoma Police Department and FBI, it is expected that 32 people will initially be charged with a total of 51 crimes associated with 22 specific incidents.

All those who are arrested Tuesday will appear Wednesday for their arraignment at the Pierce County Superior Court in Tacoma.

Additional details will be provided by Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, The Tacoma Police, and The FBI at a news conference following Wednesday’s arraignments.

Source: NWSource