223 gang members and their associates have been arrested in Florida in the last year.

According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says Operation Community Shield led to 1,785 arrests in 89 cities nationwide. The arrests were made between Oct. 1, 2008 and Sept. 30, 2009.

Operation Community Shield allowed federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to share information and resources to arrest, prosecute and imprison or deport gang members.

Florida immigration officials say the operation has helped dismantle or disrupt numerous gang and drug trafficking organizations.

If you or someone you know is facing criminal charges, please contact the Boca Raton Criminal Attorneys of Eric. N. Klein & Associates, P.A. by calling 561-353-2800.