GCSO
Mar 18, 2025
News Release
(Gwinnett County, Ga., March 18, 2025) – Recently, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office conducted a large-scale crime suppression operation called Operation One Star. Sheriff's Office deputies, in collaboration with local and federal agencies, launched a comprehensive initiative to enhance law enforcement visibility by focusing on violent crime and gang activity.
During this operation, 53 people were arrested, including 5 validated or suspected gang members. Law enforcement officials successfully seized 13 firearms and confiscated the following substances:
Nine kilograms of fentanyl, 193 grams of cocaine, 12 kilograms of methamphetamine, 561 grams of marijuana,148.5 grams of prescription pills, and 2,000 grams of liquid narcotics, in addition to $47,333 in U.S. currency. Individuals arrested are facing numerous charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine, in addition to multiple felony and weapons violations.
The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office prioritizes public safety by addressing violent crimes while upholding our mission to serve and protect through dedication, professionalism, active cooperation with the community, and respect for human dignity.
We would like to recognize the Gwinnett Metro Task Force (GMTF), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Group 3, Gwinnett County 911 Communications, Auburn, Lawrenceville, Lilburn and Norcross Police Departments for their collaborative efforts to help safeguard our community. Several investigations involved in this operation remain ongoing.
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