A wanted man has been arrested in Whitton by Richmond Met Officers.

In the early hours of 25 April, Richmond police officers successfully arrested a wanted male in Whitton, preventing potential further crime in the area.

PCs Matt Holding and Yasmin Bryan from Response Team C were patrolling Hanworth Road in an unmarked vehicle when they spotted a man they recognised as being wanted on a recall to prison.

The officers, with the help of their colleagues, detained the individual.

A subsequent search revealed items in his possession commonly associated with criminal activities.

As a result, the man was arrested for possession of these items in addition to his initial recall.

Via X (formerly Twitter), Richmond officers said: "Thanks to the swift action of the officers, a wanted offender is currently in custody thus preventing our community from being the victim of further offences." 

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