Excellent Proactive Work By Officers In South London Sees Firearm Removed Off The Streets.

Following some fantastic proactive work by police officers in south London-two men have been arrested and another firearm has been removed off the streets of the capital.

The two men were arrested after police stopped a stolen car driving at speed along Evelina Road, Peckham, SE15 on Thursday, 30 March. 

The driver of the stolen vehicle was searched resulting in the discovery of a firearm.

Officers proceeded to follow the stolen vehicle until it reached a council roadblock at around 01:30hrs where four men jumped out and started running. 

The driver was arrested and charged with several offences, including possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, possession of a firearm when prohibited for five years, and possession of cannabis. 

A passenger was also caught and charged with theft of a motor vehicle.

Thanks to the incredible dedication and hard work of these officers, a dangerous weapon has been removed from our streets.

Officers are appealing for any information anyone might have about the remaining two suspects. If you have any information, please call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote reference CAD 373/30MAR23.

You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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