West Midlands Police made 113 arrests as part of a dedicated week of action against county lines and also safeguarded 42 adults and 71 children from exploitation.
Over 2 kilograms of crack cocaine and cocaine, over 800 grams of heroin and over 1,200 cannabis plants were seized, as well as nitrous oxide cannisters, illegal vapes and other class B drugs.
Officers also seized over £260,000 of cash, 53 vehicles suspected to be involved in county lines, and five designer watches.
13 firearms were taken off the streets, as well as 25 other weapons, including zombie knives and machetes.
Compared to a similar week of action conducted last year, West Midlands Police reported a 31 per cent increase in the number of arrests made.
Detective Inspector Gareth Guest, National County Lines Coordination Centre (NCLCC) lead, said: “The force has a balanced approach towards enforcement, engagement, and safeguarding.
“By cracking down on drugs and weapons and protecting the vulnerable, West Midlands Police are making communities safer for everyone.
“We work closely with our partners in the Violence Reduction Partnership, local authority, and Home Office to coordinate long-lasting solutions that stop criminal activity spreading across the country.
“We’re not just arresting offenders—we’re helping people to rebuild their lives. Protecting vulnerable people is our top priority.”
West Midlands Police said its efforts during the week led to “significant disruptions across the criminal network”.
The force added that many people, including some of those arrested, are being offered the chance to access support services and step away from criminal lifestyles, with the wider aim of not just enforcement, but long-term crime prevention, helping people break free from exploitation and find stability.