In addition to immigration violations, many of those arrested, were charged with crimes ranging from violent assaults to drug trafficking. ICE agents also seized marijuana and cocaine from multiple locations.
ICE apprehended illegal aliens from Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras. The gangs involved were Surenos, Bloods, M Zone Rydas and Sugar Loaf Clique 31.
Henderson County Sheriff Davis told reporters: “The location where most of the suspects were arrested was a well-known haven for active gang members. Gang recruiting and criminal activity for the entire region was in full view to anyone who attended this Asheville club. This joint operation with ICE, Henderson and Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office are precisely what this area needs to breakup and halt gang activity. We must continue to deny gangs any safe havens.”...
