2 held in Southern Division

Southern Division police arrested two men on September 3 in a warrant exercise.

They arrested a 27-year-old man from Railway Line in St Madeleine in connection with a report of wounding and shooting with intent, which occurred on May 18.

They also arrested a 38-year-old man from Borde Narve Road, Cipero Road, in connection with a report of a burglary on March 6.

A police statement on September 3 said in response to the disturbing increase in violent crimes involving guns in the division, Snr Supt Brian Soodeen and ASP Phillip co-ordinated the intelligence-led operation.

The exercise, which took place between 3 am and 8 am, saw a team of officers visit six locations, where they executed warrants for several people in connection with serious crimes.

No charges have been laid and investigations are ongoing.