The TTPS has disclosed that three people suspected to be members of an Organized Crime Group were arrested after police conducted an intelligence-led exercise in Penal yesterday, Thursday, February 1, 2024.

In a media release from the TTPS, it was stated that Information was received by an intelligence unit within the TTPS, which revealed that an organized crime group was involved in a recent spate of robberies in the Southern Division, the proceeds of which were being used to fund other criminal activities.

Based on the information received, the officers executed a search warrant at a hotel in Penal where several items that were reported stolen from a recent robbery were found. The items found included, 27 packs of cigarettes, three used cell phones, three parcels of coins of varying denominations, a chop saw, a mini welding plan, a circular saw, a spray gun, two impact drills, three sandwich makers, two extension cords, several coveralls, two-floor tile setters, a quantity of food stuff and other miscellaneous items.

Three suspects who are believed to be members of the organized crime group were arrested, and the items were seized. Investigations are continuing.