The British Transport Police executed a successful operation over a week to combat phone thefts and robberies on the railway network, leading to 21 arrests. The initiative followed a reported attempted phone snatch at Brent Cross West station, resulting in the arrest of one suspect by an off-duty officer. Additional arrests linked to phone thefts occurred across various stations, including Wandsworth Common and Finsbury Park. Chief Inspector Liam Kelly asserted that increasing patrols and intelligence-driven operations have decreased robbery rates, reaffirming a commitment to public safety on railways.
British Transport Police made 21 arrests during a crackdown on phone thefts and robberies, highlighting their commitment to public safety on the railway network.
Chief Inspector Liam Kelly emphasized that the public's safety is the number one priority, stating the operation's success in making railways hostile for offenders.
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