Police seize drugs, weapons and 29 suspicious vehicles
OFFICERS ARE NOW TRYING TO TRACK DOWN THE OWNERS OF SUSPECTED STOLEN ITEMS
STOLEN vehicles, weapons and drugs have been seized as part of a planned police operation.
Around 60 officers searched a property in Farnham Road, near Odiham, on Monday last week, seizing 29 vehicles including caravans, vans, cars and quad bikes.
A significant amount of cash was also found, along with suspected Class B drugs and weapons.
Officers are now trying to trace the owners of the stolen items in a bid to re-unite them with their property.
Six people – four men and two women aged between 22 and 38 – were arrested at the scene and have been released under investigation while Hampshire Constabulary’s enquiries continue.
A 22-year-old woman, a 23-yearold woman, a 23-year-old man and a 38-year-old man from Odiham were all arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods, as was a 23-year-old man from Reading.
A 31-year-old man, also from Reading, was also arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods and for possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class B.
Detective Inspector Steve Court said: “This was an incredibly successful warrant executed by a large number of dedicated officers over a 12-hour period.
“We are pleased to report that a large quantity of items – including stolen vehicles, drugs and weapons – have been found and safely stored as evidence.
“It is a great example of how pre-planned police activity can have a positive impact and I’m delighted
This was an incredibly successful warrant... a large number of stolen vehicles, dugs and weapons have been found
with the outcome. My team of officers are now working hard on the investigation and we will update you on their progress when we can.”
People with information that could help the police enquiries are asked to call 101, quoting the reference number 44210376519.