A major police operation involving 80 officers has taken place to launch an initiative to target crime and anti-social behaviour in Handsworth, Birmingham.
West Midlands Police (WMP) has brought Operation Fearless to the area, following similar crackdowns in Erdington and the city centre.
Following its high-profile launch, a dedicated team of 20 officers will be focusing on crimes affecting residents, businesses and visitors, including drug dealing, shop theft, knife crime and anti social behaviour, WMP said.
The team is set to also work alongside the likes of trading standards, West Midlands Fire Service, immigration enforcement, HMRC and the Soho Road Business Improvement District.