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FBI’s Operation Chalkline Nets 22 Federal Arrests in Milwaukee-Racine Gang Takedown

The FBI says a multi-year probe tied two local gangs to a major international cartel.

Overview

  • Agents executed 24 federal search warrants on Oct. 22 across Milwaukee and Racine with support from 14 SWAT teams.
  • Investigators reported seizing 4 kilograms of cocaine, 260 grams of fentanyl, 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine, 6 pounds of marijuana, 23 firearms, and three vehicles.
  • Those arrested are described as connected to two street gangs active in both cities, with alleged cartel links described by the FBI.
  • The case was led by a Mount Pleasant Police Department task force officer under the FBI Milwaukee Area Safe Streets Task Force with assistance from local, state, and federal partners including ATF, DEA, HSI, and the U.S. Marshals Service.
  • Authorities have not released specific arrest locations, suspect identities, or detailed federal charges as of the announcement.