Nine arrested as part of multi-agency criminal sweep
The Bakersfield Californian | Saturday, Nov 22 2008 11:12 AM
Last Updated: Saturday, Nov 22 2008 11:12 AM

The streets of Bakersfield may be a little safer following the conclusion of a three-day crackdown on foreign nationals with ties to violent local street gangs, according to a news release from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Nine foreign nationals arrested locally are now facing deportation.

“The people targeted in these operations are career criminals who often prey on other members of the immigrant community,â€