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San Francisco Sheriff's Department Targets Fentanyl Epidemic

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San Francisco's Sheriff unveiled a strategy to address the city's growing fentanyl problem. The department will assign 130 deputies to areas notorious for drug use and open-air dealing, including Tenderloin and Pacific Center. The goal is to eliminate drug consumption, hinder drug transactions, and enhance public safety through a heightened law enforcement presence. Ryan Yamamoto reported on this initiative and the cooperation with other city leaders at City Hall on June 8th, 2023.

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