In a statement, Becerra said, “When you terrorize communities, you must pay the price.” He added that the “operation will lead to the vigorous prosecution” and “conviction of violent criminal gang members.”
Furthermore, the attorney general stated that Operation Blue Inferno showed the “dedication and hard work” of federal, state and local law enforcement personnel. His office intends to continue working with its law enforcement partners to ensure the safety and security of all Californians.
Law Enforcement Will Crack Down on MS-13 and Other Transnational Criminal Organizations
Meanwhile, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of California McGregor Scott said law enforcement will not tolerate criminal enterprises like MS-13 in any town.
Fresno County District Attorney Lisa A. Smittcamp also issued a comment regarding the operation.
“MS-13’s cell in Fresno County is now destroyed,” Smittcamp said. “We will continue to work together to keep them out of our communities.”
Meanwhile, the FBI and Home Security Investigations remained committed to working closely with their federal, state, local and foreign law enforcement partners to stop transnational criminal organizations.
