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Agencies roll out Operation Red Card to crack down ahead of World Cup
- Federal, state and local agencies launched Operation Red Card in North Texas to crack down ahead of the World Cup.
- The operation lasts mid-March through mid-June, aligning with the first World Cup matches in North Texas.
- Officials say the focus is on violent criminals, human traffickers and drug traffickers in the region.
- Federal officials report large seizures and dozens of arrests in connection with the crackdown.
- Drones are prohibited over stadiums during matches, with violations carrying federal charges.
- The Dallas–Fort Worth region will host nine World Cup matches, the most of any U.S. city.
- The Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center will serve as the international broadcast hub for World Cup events.
- Officials aim to ensure visitors feel welcomed while maintaining safety during the World Cup.
- The crackdown is described as a three-month crime-reduction push ahead of the World Cup events.
- Public notices warn offenders and emphasize accountability for the worst crimes.
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