Drama in St Ann’s after cops stormed a Harlaxton Walk home in the early hours today, 23 December, following reports of a burglary.
Brutal Attack on Police During Raid
Officers arrived just before 2.30am and heard movement inside the property. When those inside refused to answer the door, police forced entry — only to come under violent attack.
One officer was hit by a flying piece of mortar, suffering a nasty head wound that needed 10 stitches. Another was punched straight in the face, while a third sprained his wrist after falling during the arrest attempts.
Two Men Held, Third Suspect Still on the Run
Two men, aged 27 and 42, have been arrested on suspicion of burglary, assaulting police officers, and cannabis cultivation. Officers found cannabis plants growing in three separate rooms that will be destroyed.
A third suspect remains at large, with inquiries ongoing.
Police Ready to Crack Down on Drug Crime
Inspector Richard Markham of Nottinghamshire Police said: “Assaults on police officers who are simply carrying out their duties to keep our communities safe are completely unacceptable. Violence of this nature will not be tolerated.”
“I am pleased we now have two individuals in custody arrested in connection with this incident. Inquiries to trace a third suspect are ongoing and I would urge anyone with information that could assist the investigation to please come forward.”
“The production and distribution of drugs have a negative impact on communities and can often be linked to other serious offences. We remain as committed as ever to catching anyone involved in drug-related crime.”
Have Info? Police Want to Hear From You
If you know anything about this incident, call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident 60 of 23 December 2022, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
