The Brief

Two documented gang members were arrested in Dallas following an investigation into an August aggravated assault.

The September raid recovered a large cache of illegal items, including 14 firearms and significant quantities of drugs like marijuana and Ecstacy.

The case is now being submitted to the U.S. Attorney's Office for potential federal prosecution.

DALLAS - On August 4, 2025, Dallas police responded to a shooting call in the 4500 block of Hamilton Avenue, where a gang member suspect was arrested for aggravated assault in a coordinated operation.

What we know:

The investigation was led by Dallas police gang detectives who conducted a thorough investigation and identified 30-year-old Derek Betts as a suspect.

Search warrants were developed for additional locations a

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