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Attorney General Barr announced updates on Operation Legend during a press conference in Kansas City, Missouri

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At a press conference in Kansas City, Missouri, Attorney General William P. Barr announced updates on Operation Legend.

Since the operation’s launch, there have been more than 1,000 arrests, including defendants who have been charged in state and local courts. Of those arrests, approximately 217 defendants have been charged with federal crimes. These numbers exclude Indianapolis, whose operation was just announced last Friday. In addition, nearly 400 firearms have been seized by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

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Attorney General William P. Barr Announces Updates on Operation Legend at Press Conference in Kansas City, Missouri

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Updated February 5, 2025
Topic
Violent Crime
Component
Office of the Attorney General

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