Seven Arrested in Major London Gang Drug Bust Linking Capital to Suffolk
In the early hours of Tuesday, 12 June, seven suspected gang members were arrested in a massive Trident operation targeting a London-based ‘county line’ drug ring operating in Suffolk.
Massive Police Raids Hit Six Addresses
Metropolitan Police executed warrants at six properties, including five in Newham, London. Three men were arrested by the Met, while Suffolk Police nabbed one man and two women. Essex Police also arrested a man linked to the network. The suspects, aged 19 to 39, face charges of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs.
Officers seized a stolen moped, a 10-inch hunting knife, cannabis, and a mobile phone believed to be used to run the drug line.
80+ Officers Join Forces to Tackle Gang Violence
More than 80 officers from the Metropolitan Police’s Trident Central Gangs Unit, Newham Borough, Territorial Support Group, and local teams were mobilised for the operation. Warrants were served across multiple locations including:
- Fendt Close, E16
- Carew Road, N17
- Firefly Gardens, E6
- Trusedale Road, E6
- Daines Close, E12
- Bearing Walk, E16
- Falcon Avenue, Grays
- Bond Street, Ipswich
- Main Road, Ipswich
Police Slam ‘County Lines’ for Spreading Crime and Violence
Chief Superintendent Richard Tucker said: “This morning’s arrests show the Met’s commitment to slashing violence in Newham and East London. ‘County lines’ gangs from London spread crime and misery across towns nationwide. This operation, alongside neighbouring forces, is part of a long-term crackdown on gang activity.”
Detective Inspector Jim McKee added: “Our cross-border action with Suffolk Police has netted seven suspects in the fight against ‘county lines’ drug crime. These gangs export violence beyond London. We’re determined to disrupt their networks and reduce violence on our streets.”
