By KAYLA SAARE
Staff Writer
On January 16th, the Sheriff’s Office in Tulare County finally ended a long investigation. A five-month-long investigation led to the arrest of 25 gang members. These gang members were found responsible for more than 30 drive-by shootings. The gang members belong to the Norteno Criminal Street Gang that were involved in crimes in Visalia, Orosi, and Cutler areas. Detectives found 12 pounds of Meth, 150 pounds of processed marijuana, ½ pound of black tar heroin, 18 firearms, four assault rifles, one grenade, two silencers, and two stolen vehicles. Good job Tulare County Sheriff’s Office!