A TOTAL of 27 vehicles have been recovered and nine people arrested in a crackdown on robberies across Solihull.
The Solihull Neighbourhood Team launched Operation Luxray, which is targeting the increase in motorcycle and pedal cycle robberies across the borough.
Police carried out a number of warrants across Chelmsley Wood and Birmingham on August 8 and carried out intensive action through until Sunday.
They were supported by Guardian Taskforce, traffic officers, and National Police Air Service (NPAS).
Across the three days, nine arrests were made for multiple offences including possession of drugs with intent to supply, dangerous driving, armed robbery, and possession of an offensive weapon.
A total of 27 vehicles were seized across the three days which included three high-powered e-bikes, off-road bikes, quad bikes, stolen cars and vans, along with multiple mopeds.
Multiple weapons including knives, machetes, and screwdrivers were seized, along with cash and mobile phones believed to be used in crime.
Inspector Andy Bridgewater, from Solihull Police, said: “The warrants and all-out action over the weekend show that we will not accept this offence taking place, and will work to bring those responsible before the courts.”