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flag Twelve alleged 18th Street gang members, tied to the Mexican Mafia, were arrested in L.A. on racketeering, murder, and drug charges linked to a MacArthur Park drug market.

flag Twelve individuals linked to the 18th Street gang, allegedly controlled by the Mexican Mafia, were arrested in Los Angeles on federal charges including racketeering, murder, and drug trafficking. flag Authorities say the group operated an open-air drug market in MacArthur Park, using tents to blend in with the homeless population, extorted drug dealers, and committed violent acts, including a 2022 murder. flag Over 175 pounds of methamphetamine and fentanyl, nearly $80,000 in cash, and six firearms were seized. flag Six suspects remain at large, with some believed to be in Mexico and Guatemala. flag The operation marks a major effort to dismantle violent gang activity and drug distribution in a key public area.

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