The Dallas Police Department is making good on its promise to crack down on dangerous and illegal street racers.
Throughout the course of Valentine's Day, the DPD Speed and Racing Task Force (SRTF) broke up multiple "reckless driving" events throughout the city. Police say more than 100 vehicles were involved; 11 were towed.
During the operation, the SRFT conducted nearly 50 traffic stops, issued 22 citations, and seven spectator citations.
Dallas Police say eight people were arrested, six charged with misdemeanors and two with felonies. Several guns were also confiscated.
"The department does not in any way condone the reckless and irresponsible behavior of anyone who participates in speeding and street racing illegally," the department said in a written statement. "We will continue to use all prosecutorial means to arrest and charge those found guilty to the fullest extent of the law."
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