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Authorities say they've made 43 arrests and smashed a drug ring operating in northern New Jersey led by two woman.

The women, ages 25 and 30, were nabbed during "Operation Bloodette." Authorities say the group is believed to be related to the Bloods street gang, according to authorities.

No names have been released.

New Jersey Attorney General Anne Milgram and Essex County Prosecutor Paula Dow will provide additional details at a 1:30 p.m. press conference.