A Police Scotland crime crackdown has seen a number of alleged criminals arrested – from suspected domestic abusers and paedophiles to drug dealers and thugs.
The force detained 40 individuals and carried out 12 property searches as officers executed warrants during a five-day crime salvo in Tayside.
As well as arresting people suspected of dealing drugs and committing violent attacks officers also brought in people accused of abusing their partners.
Suspects were also detained amid accusations of child sex abuse, and officers carried out welfare checks on vulnerable residents within the same communities.
The operation began on Monday, September 23, and ran until today, Friday, September 27, 2024, focusing on people and properties in Dundee, Angus and Perth and Kinross.
Pictures of the operation were posted on the Police Scotland Tayside Facebook page, along with details of the arrests and work involved in the crackdown.
Detective Superintendent Ray Birnie of Tayside Division CID said: “I want to reassure our communities across Tayside that there remains a zero-tolerance approach to those who commit crime.
“Whilst our activities never cease, this week has allowed us to intensify our activities and focus on the greatest risks. This has resulted in significant positive outcomes.
“This week saw support from our colleagues in Operational Support Division, Road Policing and Air Support Unit. This is a strength of Police Scotland, allowing national resources to be deployed into local policing divisions.
“I know there has been speculation regarding the police helicopter being based in the Division this week, but this was to assist our operation. However, we have daily access to this key asset throughout the rest of the year.
“Information from the public is absolutely vital in our fight against crime and I would ask that they let us know of any concerns they may have. We gather that information and act on it, targeting and disrupting those involved in illegal activities.
“The information provided also enables us to bring operations such as this one to a successful conclusion and in doing so enhances the safety of our communities, including safeguarding the most vulnerable.”
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