Three people from Hertfordshire arrested on suspicion of importing firearms
It's part of Operation Relentless- the investigation continues.
Three people have been arrested during an operation targeting an organised crime group operating in Hertfordshire.
They've been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to import firearms.
Hertfordshire Constabulary’s specialist organised crime team Operation Relentless carried out five search warrants in Watford and North London on Tuesday (10th December), as part of an investigation into suspected conspiracy to import firearms into the UK.
The investigation's being supported by the Operational Support Group, Watford Scorpion unit and the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit.
More than 2.5kgs of cocaine was also seized during the operation.
Those arrested were a 40-year-old woman and a 33-year-old woman, both from Watford, who were bailed whilst the investigation continues.
Trahearne Edwards, aged 29, from Harrow, was also arrested and later charged with possession with intend to supply Class A drugs (cocaine) and remanded.
A spokesperson from Hertfordshire Constabulary’s Operation Relentless team, said: “Our dedicated organised gangs team, Operation Relentless, is constantly monitoring and gathering intelligence on those involved in drugs and violent crime.
“Information from the public is so important and helps us to keep violent gangs out of Hertfordshire.
"If you have any suspicions about potential drug or gang crime in your area report it to police or anonymously to Crimestoppers.”