In a significant crackdown on crime, the U.S. Marshals Service has successfully arrested 3,421 fugitives as part of Operation North Star, which ran from May 10 to September 13, 2024. This operation targeted individuals wanted for serious offenses, resulting in 216 arrests for homicide, 803 for assault, and 482 for weapons offenses. The operation spanned across 10 major metropolitan areas, including Little Rock, Dallas, and Phoenix, highlighting the extensive reach and collaboration of law enforcement agencies involved. [37e7eea8]
During the operation, authorities seized 534 firearms, 456 pounds of illegal narcotics, and over $508,000 in currency, showcasing the scale of criminal activity being addressed. Since the inception of the operation in 2022, a total of 10,200 fugitives have been apprehended, including 1,153 for homicide, underscoring the ongoing efforts to combat violent crime in the United States. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland and U.S. Marshals Service Director Ronald L. Davis praised the operation's success and emphasized the importance of collaboration with local law enforcement to ensure public safety. [37e7eea8]