Two men have been arrested for either firearm or drug offences following police raids across south London – including Forest Hill.
The searches turned up knives, two firearms, ammunition and what is believed to be cocaine on Friday, April 28.
Detective Inspector Lewis Sanderson said the seizures had potentially saved people “from serious harm” and urged people to report those who illegally carry weapons.
The raids began on Friday when officers swooped on an address on Laleham Road in Catford.
Inside, they found what is thought to be cocaine and a man was arrested for conspiracy to supply class A drugs.
After searching the address, police arrested a second man in Wanstead, east London, who police say was found in possession of knives.
Information gathered led officers to two storage units in Forest Hill and Norbury, where they found two firearms and ammunition.
The second man was arrested for firearms offences. Both individuals remain in custody.
Detective Inspector Lewis Sanderson from the Met’s Specialist Crime said: “These arrests demonstrate our commitment to bearing down on those who deal in weapons and drugs, and ensuring they are stopped in their tracks.
“Two lethal firearms have been removed from the streets, potentially saving someone from serious harm.
“I would urge anyone with information about those who hold weapons to have the confidence to speak to us. Your information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
“If you don’t feel comfortable speaking to police, then you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously.”