Joint Operation Nets 24 Spokane-Area Gang Members

JUL 18-- (Seattle, WA) – DEA Special Agent in Charge Arnold R. Moorin and United States Attorney for Eastern District of Washington James A. McDevitt, announced on July 17, 2008, the results of a massive joint law enforcement operation targeting gang activity in the Spokane, Washington region. 24 members and associates of the Crips and Gangster Disciple gangs were charged with over 40 federal crimes to include: Distribution of methamphetamine, cocaine, ecstasy and felons in possession of firearms. One gang associate was charged with two counts of coercing juvenile females to engage in prostitution which was fueled by Internet advertisements. >> Full Story