Over 400 arrests made in Met focus on drug dealing. - MetEngage Longlands

Title: Over 400 arrests made in Met focus on drug dealing.  Earlier this month, we participated in a record-breaking week, tackling drug crime and violence within our communities.  The surge of action came as part of County Lines Intensification Week, where police forces across the country join to tackle drug dealing, particularly targeting gangs who smuggle drugs in or across cities.  Across London, the Met’s efforts saw 415 offenders arrested, 85kg of cocaine and heroin, and 72 weapons seized, as well as providing support and safety to many vulnerable adults and young people.  These results highlight the strength of our partnership work and the determination across teams to protect communities, safeguard vulnerable individuals and relentlessly pursue those who exploit them.  Over the recent operational period, officers in Bexley have executed a series of targeted drugs search warrants resulting in significant seizures, safeguarding outcomes, and a closure order. These actions demonstrate proactive policing, effective intelligence development, and a continued focus on disrupting organised criminality and harm within the borough.   Warrant 1 – Significant Class A Seizure Outcome: 720 vials of cocaine recovered 4 uncut rocks of crack cocaine Offensive weapon seized Quantity of cannabis located Large amount of cash seized under POCA powers Estimated street value: approximately £70,000 Impact: This represents a major disruption to Class A drug supply in the borough. The quantity and purity suggest upstream supply links, and the recovery of an offensive weapon indicates an elevated level of risk and violence associated with the premises.   Warrant 2 Outcome: 4 large bricks of heroin 1 block of suspected cocaine 9 bags of cannabis 2 larger bags of ground cannabis Approx. 100 tablets suspected to be MDMA £1,700 cash seized CS Gas canister recovered Estimated total street value: approximately £50,000 Impact: This warrant disrupted a multi‑drug dealing operation spanning Class A and Class B supply. The presence of CS gas indicates an enhanced threat level and suggests involvement in wider criminal networks.   Warrant 3 – Safeguarding & ASB-linked Closure Order Outcome: Closure Order granted on premises linked to persistent ASB and ongoing Class A drug use One vulnerable resident safeguarded and taken into police protection Address effectively closed to prevent further exploitation, cuckooing, or community harm Impact: This action directly improved the safety of a vulnerable individual and removed a key location used for drug consumption, exploitation, and antisocial behaviour. The closure order also supports long‑term community reassurance and neighbourhood confidence.   These three warrants collectively demonstrate: Significant disruption of local drug supply chains and county line operation, including large amounts of Class A substances Removal of weapons and harmful substances (e.g., CS gas) from circulation Financial disruption through cash seizure Safeguarding of vulnerable persons linked to exploitation Improved community safety through enforcement and closure powers The combined street value of recovered drugs is in excess of £120,000, representing a major impact on the criminal economy within Bexley.   If you have any information in regards to County lines operation or drugs please contact the police on 101 or  Members of the public can pass information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. No personal details are taken, and calls cannot be traced.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/416814/Over-400-arrests-made-in-Met-focus-on-drug-dealing