Federal authorities arrest 18 for allegedly selling drugs at LA park
Federal authorities say they've arrested 18 people on charges related to selling illicit drugs around a Los Angeles Park.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli announced the arrests Wednesday at MacArthur Park.
He says two of the people arrested are considered to be the main source of fentanyl and methamphetamine distribution in the park.
MacArthur Park is located west of downtown Los Angeles and it has struggled with homelessness and drug use in recent years.
The defendants are set to appear in court on Thursday.
Seven people remain fugitives.
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