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51 arrested, 29 firearms seized in Southern California gang raids

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department made 51 arrests and seized 29 firearms, including six ghost guns, during a week-long targeted operation. Deputies released these images on May 20, 2024. (SBCSD)

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department completed a week-long operation aimed at crime suppression, performing parole and probation checks that resulted in 51 felony arrests.

Authorities say they targeted known gang members and people prohibited from owning firearms during Operation Consequences and seized 29 firearms, including six ghost guns.


The operation was spread throughout the High Desert, with 20 search warrants served in San Bernardino, Adelanto, Hesperia, Victorville and Apple Valley.

Deputies conducted the operation between May 11 and 17 in the following locations:

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors authorized funds to assist with county-wide crime suppression.