Ilford and Barking anti-violence operation: 13 arrests
Mounted police took part in the operation in Ilford town centre. - Credit: Met Police Seven weapons and seven vehicles were seized by police in an operation targeting violence and robbery in Redbridge and Barking and Dagenham last week. Thirteen people were arrested. The Violence Suppression Unit (VSU) led a two-day operation focusing on Ilford town centre, Ilford Lane, Valentines Park and Barking on Thursday and Friday, February 4 and 5. Officers were proactively looking for high harm offenders, conducting weapon sweeps and engaging with the community. The VSUs were supported by other tea...
Source: ilfordrecorder.co.uk