18 arrested by federal agents and police during early morning drug bust in Jersey City
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey (WABC) -- Several law enforcement officials teamed up and arrested 18 people during a morning drug raid in Jersey City, according to police.
Video from Citizen App showed several officers and agents in the Greenville neighborhood around 8 a.m. Wednesday morning
Officials say several guns were also recovered.
The mayor's office said the raid was part of an ongoing violent crime initiative with the U.S. Attorney's office.
"Today, as part of our Violent Crime Initiative with the U.S. Attorney's Office, a coordinated operation with the Jersey City Police Department, ATF, and federal partners resulted in 18 arrests and the recovery of six guns and suspected CDS. Over the past 12 years, we have driven down violent crime across Jersey City to historic lows by investing in smart policing strategies, stronger community partnerships, and unprecedented public safety resources, and today's arrests are yet another example of our dedication to keeping residents safe.," said Mayor Steve Fulop.
Federal charges are pending
This is a developing story
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