In this episode, we break down the unprecedented law enforcement operation that took over Crystal Beach during the infamous “Go Topless Jeep Weekend.” After years of escalating violence, lawlessness, and emergency calls stretching resources thin, Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen said enough was enough.
This wasn’t just a weekend patrol—it was a full-scale operation. Seventeen law enforcement agencies came together, deploying over 600 additional officers to the Bolivar Peninsula. Their mission: restore order, ensure public safety, and send a clear message that chaos won’t be tolerated.
But the real story goes beyond the badges. The community stepped up in a big way. More than 100 Crystal Beach residents volunteered their homes to help house the surge of manpower—showing that public safety isn’t just a law enforcement issue, it’s a community-wide effort.
We’re also joined by TMPA Field Representative Leighton Guarnere, who was on the ground during the operation. He shares firsthand insight into the coordination, the challenges, and the impact of this historic law enforcement response.
We’ll dive into the planning, the boots-on-the-ground realities, and what this might mean for the future of “Go Topless Weekend.” This is what happens when a county draws the line—and backs it up with action.
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