Several members of the alleged drug operation are suspects in violent crimes in the North District. They referred to themselves as “Stupid Star Entertainment,” which they claimed was a rap group in northeast Indianapolis. Some of their activities came to the attention of investigators through videos posted online, investigators said.
Federal, state and local authorities say 14 people have been arrested as they dismantled a violent, large-scale drug trafficking operation in Indianapolis.
During a news conference Tuesday morning, officials discussed “Operation Little Dipper,” which focused on IMPD’s North District.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and Indiana State Police served several search warrants Friday in North District locations, taking seven people into custody and seizing guns, drugs and money. Information about the case was kept under seal until Monday. The operation also involved the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
According to U.S. Attorney Josh Minkler, officers seized 10 guns, including an AK-47, along with methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana and $20,000 in cash during the Friday operation.
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