Three arrested during operation targeting organised drug gang

Three people have been arrested during an operation targeting an organised crime group operating in Hertfordshire.  

Hertfordshire Constabulary’s specialist organised crime team Operation Relentless carried out five search warrants in Watford and North London on Tuesday 10 December, as part of an investigation into suspected conspiracy to import firearms into the UK. Supported by the Operational Support Group, Watford Scorpion unit and the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit, the team arrested three people on suspicion of conspiracy to import firearms. 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.”

You can report information online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.