LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — There were 110 arrests last weekend on the Las Vegas Strip, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Additionally, there were almost 600 stops.
The arrests and stops are part of "Operation Persistent Pressure," which is an initiative that focuses on fighting the recent rise in violent crimes on or near the Las Vegas Strip.
Here is the breakdown Oct. 16 and 17, according to LVMPD.
OCT. 16
- 324 proactive stops (245 pedestrian, 79 vehicle)
- 67 arrests (20 felony, 47 misdemeanor)
- 5 illegal firearms recovered
- $7,970 cash seized
OCT. 17
- 273 proactive stops (203 pedestrian, 70 vehicle)
- 43 arrests (18 felony, 25 misdemeanor)
- 5 illegal firearms recovered
- $21,862 cash seized
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