JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. ( WBRC ) - Over 50 people were recently arrested as part of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office ‘Operation Alliance Shield’.

The sheriff’s office says Operation Alliance Shield was aimed to reduce crime, increase law enforcement presence, and strengthen inter-agency collaboration that focused on the northern and eastern areas of Jefferson County.

The operation resulted in the arrest of over 50 people, over 100 grams of narcotics seized, and over 200 total citations Thursday, Oct. 16.

Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway says the operation was successful and that his department will continue working to enhance the quality of life.

“I would like to thank our local and federal law enforcement partners for their participation in this successful Operation. Ensuri

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