"Metropolitan Police Police have seized 37 illegal or dangerous e-bikes and scooters, during an operation targeting crime and anti-social behaviour in south-west London. Officers in Merton made 57 arrests during the month-long operation, which also led to weapons being recovered and a closure order being issued against a property linked to gang activity. Operation Frostwatch ran from 17 November to 24 December and focused on improving road safety, disrupting criminal networks and responding to concerns raised by local residents."
"As well as the e-bikes and scooters, police recovered seven knives, a firearm, and located 15 wanted people, including a sex offender. A closure order was also secured against an address in Pollards Hill, which officers said was linked to gang activity. Police said it would help reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and ease tensions between rival groups in the area. Sgt Matthew Bower said tackling the criminal and anti-social use of e-bikes and high-powered scooters had been a key priority."
Operation Frostwatch ran from 17 November to 24 December in Merton, south-west London, targeting crime, anti-social behaviour, and road safety concerns. Officers seized 37 illegal or dangerous e-bikes and scooters and made 57 arrests over the month-long operation. Police recovered seven knives and a firearm and located 15 wanted people, including a sex offender. A closure order was secured against an address in Pollards Hill linked to gang activity. Authorities said the measures would reduce crime, ease tensions between rival groups, and address the criminal and anti-social use of high-powered e-bikes and scooters that fuel other offences.
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