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Met officers joined partners to safeguard students from spiking during Freshers week in south London

Met officers stamp out predatory behaviour in south London

Officers in Bexleyheath joined partners to safeguard students from spiking and violent crime while out during Freshers week. On Friday 27, September local officers patrolled Sidcup and Bexleyheath Broadway, to raise awareness and educate freshers students on the signs of spiking to help ensure their safety on a night out, in Met’s commitment to protect the public from harm

Met detectives prevent £35 million worth of cocaine entering the UK

Met detectives prevent £35 million worth of cocaine entering the UK

Three prolific drug dealers have been put behind bars after a successful investigation by Met officers. Their meticulous enquiries disrupted the sale of tens of millions of pounds worth of drugs across London and others parts of the UK. They were sentenced to a total of 71 years in prison for their role in the organised crime group.

Met Detective Inspector Karen Butler and Acting Detective Inspector Stephen Kelly from Met stalking unit win police award

Met’s stalking unit recognised nationally in police awards

Two Met police officers have been rewarded for their outstanding work in tackling violence against women and girls by winning two NPCC awards for their dedication to detecting behaviour changes in stalking perpetrators.

Met prepared to protect communities

Met prepared to protect communities

We are using a range of specialist teams including mounted units, dog handlers, intelligence experts and evidence gatherers

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