In an aggressive crack down on crime within San Bernardino County, the sheriff's office initiated 'Operation Consequences' from January 5 through 12, targeting gang-related activities and illegal firearm possessions. According to a recent statement released by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department on Nixle, multiple arrests were made, and drugs and weapons were seized during a series of operations across Colton and Lucerne Valley.
The operation specifically aimed to aggressively contact and apprehend individuals involved in criminal activities. Deputies and investigators from the Gangs/Narcotics Division, with assistance from other law enforcement agencies, conducted targeted operations on specific blocks in Colton and Lucerne Valley. These areas have been identified as problematic, with prevalent quality-of-life issues critically affecting local communities.
Funded by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, the initiative is a part of the broader efforts to enhance law enforcement services and suppress violent crime rates in the area. During the week-long operation, authorities made four felony arrests, capturing gang members and individuals prohibited from possessing firearms in the process. They also seized suspected methamphetamine and three firearms.
Officials have indicated that the objective of 'Operation Consequences' is to not only to make direct arrests but also to disrupt and dismantle criminal street gangs. The multi-agency task force, which includes the California Highway Patrol, San Bernardino County Probation, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, and the Department of Homeland Security Investigations, will continue over the next several months, with a focus on halting the trafficking of illegal firearms.
The public has been urged to contact the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department – Gangs/Narcotics Division with any relevant information by calling (909) 387-3700, referencing case numbers 642400005, 642400006, and 662400005. Sheriff-Coroner Shannon D. Dicus is leading the charge according to the Department's release, underscoring the operation as a vital measure to ensure safety and security across the county.
