More than 100 people wanted for violent crimes were arrested in a sweeping multi-agency initiative dubbed Operation Guardian, described by Indianapolis' police chief as the city's largest-ever fugitive apprehension effort.

The days-long crackdown involved local and state agencies including the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, Marion County Sheriff's Office and Indiana State Police. At least five federal agencies - Homeland Security Investigations, U.S. Marshals Service, ATF, DEA and the FBI - were also on board.

"These were not driving while suspended warrants, these were not public intoxication warrants. These warrants were served on people who had warrants for felonies," IMPD Chief Chris Bailey said at a Sept. 25 news conference.

The operation netted 116 arrests, including

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