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Swearing In

 The United States Marshals Service has teamed up with state, county, local and other federal law enforcement agencies across the nation to identify, investigate and apprehend violent offenders, gang members, sex offenders and drug dealers wanted on felony charges throughout the United States.

Beginning June 1, 2008, Operation FALCON 2008 continued the four year tradition of arresting as many fugitives and violent crime “impact players” as possible. The past five FALCONs resulted in the capture of more than 55,800 dangerous fugitives. Operation FALCON 2008 has been no different. More than 19,000 people were arrested during the operation, to include:

Facts and Figures

  • 19,380 Total Arrests
  • 1,096 persons wanted for sex crime offenses
  • 388 gang members / associates
  • 161 persons wanted for homicides
  • 6,252 persons wanted for drug offenses
  • 25,087 Warrants Cleared
  • 418 Weapons Seized
  • More Than 2,400 kg of Narcotics Seized
  • More Than $1.5 million in Seized Cash


 

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